Holy See statement on Olympic Opening Ceremony

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Source: Vatican Media

The Holy See has expressed its sadness and regret at some parts of the 26 July opening ceremony for the Olympic Games in Paris.

"The Holy See was saddened by certain scenes during the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympic Games" the statement reads, "and can only join the voices that have been raised in recent days to deplore the offence caused to many Christians and believers of other religions."

"At a prestigious event where the whole world comes together to share common values, there should be no allusions ridiculing the religious convictions of many people."

While insisting that freedom of expression is not being called into question, it explains that such freedom "is limited by respect for others."