Pope Francis expresses concern for Nicaraguan bishop jailed for 26 years

Pope Francis expressed concern for the jailed bishop at his weekly blessing (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)

Pope Francis on Sunday expressed sadness and worry at the news that a Roman Catholic bishop had been sentenced to 26 years in prison in Nicaragua.

The jailing of Bishop Rolando Alvarez, an outspoken critic of the Nicaraguan government, is believed to be the latest move against the Catholic Church and government opponents.