Louis Sako
Louis Sako is an influential Iraqi cardinal and the Patriarch of the Chaldean Catholic Church, recognized for his leadership within the Christian community in Iraq. He was appointed cardinal on June 28, 2018, becoming the first cardinal from the Middle East with the right to participate in the papal conclave for electing a new pope. His candidacy for the papacy has garnered attention, especially following the recent passing of Pope Francis, marking a significant moment in the history of the Catholic Church as Sako represents a voice for Christians in the region.
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Cardinal Louis Sako emphasized the importance of Christian participation in upcoming elections.
الأحزاب الكبرى تهدد تمثيلنا العادل في البرلمان
Iraq· 2025-11-04
Louis Sako warns against the representation of Christians by corrupt and armed groups in Iraq.
تمثيلنا يُختطف من قبل جماعات مسلحة والكنيسة ترفض الخضوع للفسادIraq· 2025-10-11
Louis Sako, the Patriarch of the Chaldean Catholics in Iraq and the world, issued a 'call for help' to the Iraqi Prime Minister regarding the preservation of Christian heritage in Najaf.
أنقذوا مقابرنا المسيحية التاريخية من الاستثمار بالنجفIraq· 2025-07-15
Louis Sako is the Chaldean Patriarch of Iraq who urged the new pope to focus on the Middle East and interfaith dialogue.
البابا الجديد يتعهد بدعم مسيحيي الشرق وتعزيز الحوار الإسلامي–المسيحيIraq· 2025-05-18
Louis Sako is a candidate for the position of Pope following the departure of Pope Francis.
ساكو مرشحا لخلافة بابا الفاتيكانIraq· 2025-04-21
