The Best Photos of the Historic Meeting Between Pope Francis & Orthodox Patriarch Kirill of Moscow

It was 1000 years in the making, but it finally happened.

Pope Francis and Orthodox Patriarch Kirill of Moscow met today in Havanna Cuba, the first time a Catholic pontiff and Orthodox Patriarch of Moscow had met in person since the Great East-West Schism in the 11th century.

Pope Francis reportedly greeted Patriarch Kirill saying, “Brother, finally!”

They exchanged gifts and signed a joint statement on the persecution of Christians.

Here are some photos of this historic event:

And here’s a video of the press conference:

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