Pope Francis and the Unseen Heroes: Thwarted Assassination Revelations

How British Intelligence Saved Pope Francis from Assassination

In his forthcoming autobiography, Hope, Pope Francis reveals that British intelligence thwarted two assassination attempts during his historic visit to Iraq in March 2021.

Upon his arrival in Baghdad, the Pope was informed of two imminent threats: a young woman equipped with a suicide vest and a truck laden with explosives, both intending to target him during his visit to Mosul.

Thanks to timely intelligence from British agencies, Iraqi police intercepted and neutralized these threats, ensuring the Pope’s safety.

Despite these dangers, Pope Francis proceeded with his mission, becoming the first pontiff to visit Iraq.

His journey aimed to promote peace and support the nation’s Christian community, which had suffered under extremist violence.

Reflecting on the foiled attacks, the Pope described them as “the poisoned fruit of war,” underscoring the perils faced during his pilgrimage.

The Pope’s memoir, scheduled for release on January 14, 2025, offers deeper insights into this harrowing experience and his unwavering commitment to fostering peace in conflict-ridden regions.