Karekin II
Karekin II is the Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, holding a significant role in the Armenian Apostolic Church. Since his election in 1999, he has worked diligently to promote peace, reconciliation, and interfaith dialogue, especially in the context of the Armenian Genocide and its aftermath. Karekin II has been a vocal advocate for the rights of Christians in the Middle East and has fostered relationships with other religious leaders, including Pope Francis, to promote mutual understanding and cooperation among different faiths.
Born on Aug 21, 1951 (73 years old)
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Slovakia:
Karekin II is the leader of the Armenian Apostolic Church who has called for the resignation of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.
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Croatia:
Karekin II is the Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of all Armenians, accused by the Prime Minister of breaking his celibacy vow.
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Switzerland:
Karekin II is the Catholicos of the Armenian Church who defended himself against accusations from Paschinjan.
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Montenegro:
Karekin II is the Catholicos of the Armenian Church accused by Pashinyan of breaking his celibacy vow.
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United Kingdom:
Karekin II is the Catholicos of the Armenian Apostolic Church accused by Pashinyan of fathering a child.
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Argentina:
Karekin II is the Armenian Patriarch who revealed significant information about Pope Francis during a special audience.
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Georgia:
Karekin II is the Catholicos of All Armenians who will also meet with the President of Georgia.
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Indonesia:
Karekin II is the leader of the Armenian Catholic Church and has met with Paus Fransiskus.
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