Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya: “Your Holiness, I sincerely congratulate you on your election as pontiff and on your new solemn responsibility and service. Without a doubt, your appointment is a significant event not only for Catholics but for all Christians – and indeed for every person on Earth.
Your voice will be heard by millions. And among them – us, Belarusians. A nation peacefully fighting for its rights and freedom. A nation that believes in the power of compassion and solidarity. That values humanity and kindness above all else.
We believe that your word can be a voice of support for our political prisoners and their families. A voice for all who have not lost their faith, even in the harshest conditions of our reality.
May your service become a beacon of hope for all those who continue to stand for the truth”.
