Pope Francis pushes for reunification with Orthodox Christians . Pontiff to meet with youths before departing . Opponents fear its conservative government will weaken the secular identity of the post-Ottoman Empire . During visit , Francis calls for religious freedom and tolerance to counter extremism . Comment: Fanaticism and fundamentalism need to be countered by those of faith .
Pope Francis pushes for reunification with Orthodox Christians . Pontiff to meet with youths before departing . During visit , Francis calls for religious freedom and tolerance to counter extremism . Comment: Fanaticism and fundamentalism need to be countered by those of faith .