The world mourns the loss of Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88 on Easter Monday due to a stroke and heart failure
The world mourns the loss of Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88 on Easter Monday due to a stroke and heart failure. Known as the “people’s pope,” he led the Catholic Church with humility, compassion, and a deep focus on social justice. His death has prompted a profound global response, with tributes pouring in from leaders, communities, and faithful followers across the world.
From St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican to remote villages in the Philippines, people have gathered to pray, light candles, and remember a man who sought to bridge divides and bring hope to the marginalized. World leaders, including U.S. President Joe Biden, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and French President Emmanuel Macron, honored his legacy of unity and care for the poor.
Pope Francis was not just a spiritual leader—he was a global symbol of mercy and reform. His efforts to modernize the Church, embrace dialogue, and speak boldly on climate change, poverty, and migration will leave a lasting impact.
As the bells toll and tributes continue, the world says farewell to a beloved shepherd—Pope Francis, no more, but forever remembered.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed being “deeply pained” by the Pope’s passing . In the United States, President Joe Biden remembered Pope Francis as “one of the most significant leaders of our time,” while former President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance also paid their respects
