Pope Francis Dies at 88: Vatican Mourns a Transformative Leader

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Vatican City , In a moment that marks the end of an era, Pope Francis, the beloved leader of 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide, passed away at 88 after battling prolonged illness. The first Latin American and Jesuit Pope, Francis reshaped the global Church with his progressive vision and compassionate leadership.

Appointed in 2013 following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI, Francis spent over a decade addressing the Church's deep-rooted crises—from child sex abuse scandals to many other things, while promoting inclusivity, social justice, and climate action.

Despite recent health challenges, including double pneumonia and signs of kidney failure, he made a public appearance on Easter Sunday, just one day before his passing on Easter Monday.

Breaking tradition, Pope Francis will be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, with a simple wooden-zinc coffin, honoring his humble image.

His death now triggers the ancient Vatican tradition of a papal conclave to elect the next pope, as Cardinal Kevin Farrell assumes interim administrative duties.

Legacy of Reform and Humanity
From blessing same-sex couples to appointing women to senior Vatican roles, Francis modernized Church ideals while staying rooted in spiritual teachings. His passing is not just a Vatican event—it’s a global moment.

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