Vatican cracks down on illegal entry into its territory
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The Vatican has an open border. Anyone can cross into the Vatican, without any barrier.
Now getting into the private parts of the Vatican is another matter. That is trespassing.
"The new decree targets “anyone who enters the territory of the State of Vatican City by violence, threat or deception,” i.e., by avoiding or evading security systems. Violation is punishable by one to four years imprisonment and a fine of between €10,000 and €25,000."
europeanconservative.com
You are a dope, Walter.
It appears that the Pope doesn't like illegals either.
Pope Francis: Open Borders—but Not in the Vatican
The Pope's unconditional welcome for migrants does not apply to his own state.
europeanconservative.com
You are a dope, Walter.
It appears that the Pope doesn't like illegals either.
Maybe, but I am a dope that is right. There is no barrier to entering St. Peter's Square. In fact, tourists are encouraged to do it.
There are barriers to trespassing into restricted areas, but that is different from entering the Vatican.
Diogenes
Nemo me impune lacessit
No, Vatican City does not have an open border in the sense that anyone can freely cross into it without any barriers or checks. Here's why:
- Physical Barriers: Vatican City is surrounded by walls and gates, which are historical but also serve a functional purpose. The Leonine Wall, for instance, encloses most of Vatican City.
- Security Checks: There are security checkpoints for entering Vatican City, especially at key entry points like St. Peter's Square and the Vatican Museums. These checks are in place for safety and security reasons, to manage crowds, and to verify the identity of visitors, particularly for those attending private or special events.
- Controlled Access:
- St. Peter's Square: While tourists can generally enter St. Peter's Square without much hassle during open hours, there are still security measures like metal detectors.
- Vatican Museums: Access to the museums requires tickets, and there are security checks.
- Other Areas: Access to government buildings, the Apostolic Palace, or other sensitive areas is much more restricted and requires specific permissions.
- Diplomatic Status: Vatican City, being a sovereign entity, has control over its own borders. While it doesn't have the same kind of border control as a typical country due to its size and nature, access is regulated.
- Passports and Visas: For official business or state visits, passports are indeed checked, and visas might be required for certain nationalities or purposes, although this is more the exception than the rule due to Vatican's unique diplomatic status.
- Freedom of Movement for Residents: Residents of Vatican City, including Swiss Guards, employees, and clergy, have more freedom to move in and out, but this isn't akin to an open border for all.
In essence, while one might not encounter the same level of border control as crossing between typical nation-states, Vatican City maintains controlled access for security, organizational, and diplomatic reasons. The notion of an "open border" doesn't apply in the context of unrestricted entry for all.
@Grok
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Seriously, who gives a damn outside of Italy?
We're talking about a theocracy functioning autonomously within a democratic republic. That in and of itself should register as F.U.B.B. for any American. Also, they were caught red handed in aiding and abetting sexual predators, pedophiles and rapists. That they are STILL a world wide power to be reckoned with is beyond me.
We're talking about a theocracy functioning autonomously within a democratic republic. That in and of itself should register as F.U.B.B. for any American. Also, they were caught red handed in aiding and abetting sexual predators, pedophiles and rapists. That they are STILL a world wide power to be reckoned with is beyond me.