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Despite protests from Roman Catholic leaders, Pope Francis has remained committed to his planned three-day trip to Sri Lanka on Jan. 13. The visit takes place five days after the country’s election, and some fear the results could end in violence.via: http://www.ibtimes.com/sri-lanka-braces-pope-francis-visit-amid-political-turmoil-1775108