Pope Francis concluded his visit to Belgium by reaffirming his traditional views on women and abortion and urging Catholic bishops to stop covering up for predator priests. He praised Belgium’s late King Baudouin for his anti-abortion stance and criticized abortion as “homicidal,” calling doctors who perform them “hitmen.” Francis also demanded punishment for abusive priests and praised victims’ courage during a Mass in Brussels. His comments on abortion drew criticism in Belgium, where the issue remains politically contentious.