Despite a history of brutality and severe punishments toward Christians, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wants Pope Francis to visit Pyongyang, South Korea’s presidential office said on Tuesday. While the Vatican and Pyongyang have no formal diplomatic relations, according to Channel News Asia, South Korean President Moon Jae-In plans to deliver the message next week during a meeting with Pope Francis. "President Moon will visit the Vatican on Oct 17 and 18 to reaffirm its blessing and support for peace and stability of the Korean peninsula," Blue House spokesman Kim Eui-kyeom said during a news briefing, according to Channel News Asia.Read more on NewsOK.com