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Pope John Paul visiting Switzerland

Pope John Paul - Two-day visit to Switzerland
Pope John Paul - Two-day visit to Switzerland

Pope John Paul has begun a two-day visit to Switzerland today.

It is his first foreign trip for nine months, following concern about his health.

The Pope attended a rally of young Swiss Catholics, and tomorrow will celebrate Mass in the capital, Berne.

Yesterday, the Pope hosted a visit by President Bush.