Abuse scandal focuses attention on German archbishop's talks with pope

 12.03.2010 02:24   dw-world.de

Archbishop Robert Zollitsch is expected to use a meeting with the pope to discuss abuse allegations involving the German Catholic Church. Meanwhile, the pope's brother faces questions about what he knew.

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