Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 01:57pm on 21 Apr 2025,Monday International
Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff, passed away at 88 after battling double pneumonia. Just a day before his death, he greeted Easter worshippers in St. Peter’s Square. Global leaders mourned his passing, highlighting his humility and dedication to the marginalized. Italian PM Giorgia Meloni called him “a great shepherd,” while Argentina's President Javier Milei acknowledged his efforts in interfaith dialogue. European Commission's Ursula von der Leyen praised his commitment to peace. U.S. leaders, including President Trump and VP JD Vance, offered condolences. Russia's President Putin noted his role in bridging Orthodox-Catholic relations. India's PM Modi remembered him as a beacon of compassion. Spain declared three days of mourning. (PC: Reuters)
