ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE, April 2, 2022 (BSS/AFP) - Pope Francis touched down

in Malta Saturday on his papal plane, kicking off a two-day visit in which
the 85-year-old pontiff is expected to plead the case for migrants.

"Thank you very much for accompanying me on this trip, which is quick, but
will be beautiful," the pontiff told journalists travelling with him just
before arrival.