Matteo Bruni said that the journalist interviewing Francis used the term “white flag” in the question that prompted the controversial remarks.
Ukraine, allies criticize Pope Francis' 'white flag' comment
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Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said later Saturday that the pope’s weekly Sunday Angelus address was still to be confirmed, and that no further health updates were expected for the day.
Pope Francis cancels a meeting with Rome deacons because of mild flu, the Vatican says
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