Pope stresses respect for Muslims

That is indeed the best way to bridge the civilisations earnestly. In today's multi-religious and multi-ethnic societies only mutual trust through constructive approaches alone can bring peace to the world. Any mischief played, deliberately or otherwise, by the top most leaders including the religious personalities being held in high esteem would provoke criticism and incite violence leading to terrorism. The Pope would do a great service to mankind if he keeps in mind that each word he utters has significance and, therefore, persons of his stature should tread very cautiously in making statements concerning other religions and cultures in public. There is extreme sensitivity about the attitude of the Christian West towards Turkey, and the Pope's visit may be a focus for those concerns.