Pope Francis Apologizes for Homophobic Slur

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Pope Francis has apologized for using a derogatory term referring to gay men during a closed-door discussion with bishops about admitting gay men to Catholic seminaries. The Vatican clarified that the Pope did not intend to offend or express homophobic sentiments. The incident has sparked controversy and highlighted ongoing tensions within the Catholic Church regarding LGBTQ issues.
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