Speaking to Buenos Aires favela tabloid La Carcova News, the Pope admitted he may be assassinated and has received threats against his life.
He said if fantatics wish to kill him his life is in God's hands, but says he will ask one favour: that it does not hurt because "I'm a real wimp when it comes to physical pain."
The Holy Father was speaking after residents from the area asked questions.
Pope Francis also said he hopes God will spare him that in the event of an assassination.
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