Benedict prays for peace in the Middle East and in beleaguered Christian communities . He mentions conflict zones and lands devastated by natural disaster . The pope wished for security in places overcome by conflict like Somalia , Sudan 's Darfur region , Ivory Coast , Afghanistan and the Korean peninsula and those nations like Haiti that are grappling with the consequences of disease and natural disaster . `` May the light of Christmas shine forth anew in the Land where Jesus was born , and inspire Israelis and Palestinians to strive for a just and peaceful coexistence , '' Benedict said in the speech delivered in 64 languages , from English and Latin to Maori and Maltese . ` - Pope Francis says he is praying for all people who are suffering from hunger, poverty or disease.
Benedict prays for peace in the Middle East and in beleaguered Christian communities . He mentions conflict zones and lands devastated by natural disaster . - Pope Francis says he is praying for all people who are suffering from hunger, poverty or disease.