On April 21, the Vatican announced the death of Pope Francis. He passed away at the age of 88 in his residence at the Domus Sanctae Marthae in the Vatican.
The news was published on the official X page of the Holy See press office.
Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, at the age of 88 in his residence at the Domus Sanctae Marthae in the Vatican, reads the brief statement from the Holy See.
Despite his health challenges, Pope Francis continued to fulfill his duties until his final days. Just the day before his death, he briefly appeared before the faithful to offer the traditional Easter blessing, which caused concern among pilgrims and believers around the world.
Pope Francis was elected Pope in 2013, becoming the first pontiff from Latin America and the first Jesuit to lead the Roman Catholic Church. During his papacy, he became a symbol of reform and openness within the Church.
Francis was an active advocate for the rights of the poor, environmental protection, and interfaith dialogue. In recent years, the Pope also faced health issues, including intestinal surgeries and flare-ups of joint inflammation, which limited his activity but did not prevent him from continuing his spiritual leadership.
It has not yet been announced who will succeed Pope Francis, but further statements from the Vatican are expected soon regarding plans for the future and the process of electing a new Pope.
