BBC News
June 10, 2011
Pope Benedict XVI has given his
strong backing to Croatia's bid to join the EU, on his first visit to the
nation.
He said he understood fears of a loss of cultural identity from joining the bloc but said Europe needs to be reminded of its Christian roots.
The Pope was warmly welcomed in the staunchly Catholic nation, leading a prayer vigil for thousands in Zagreb.
On Sunday he is to celebrate Mass and visit the tomb of controversial WWII Cardinal Alojzije Stepinac.
There has been criticism of the $6m (£3.6m; 4m euros) cost of the two-day visit but the correspondents say the Vatican has long had a special relationship with Croatia.
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