Pope Francis Dies at 88

Pope Francis dies at the age of 88.

Confirmed by the Vatican.

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Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, according to an official statement from the Vatican.

The pontiff, who led the Catholic Church since 2013, passed away after facing ongoing health complications.

Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, became the first Latin American and Jesuit pope in the history of the Catholic Church.

Throughout his papacy, he was known for his focus on humility, social inclusion, and institutional reform within the Church.

Pope Francis dies at 88

Pope Francis dies at age 88. He was the first Latin American pontiff in history.

Jorge Mario Bergoglio will be remembered for his more inclusive stance on homosexuality and his calls for peace in conflicts such as those in Ukraine and the Middle East.

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In recent weeks, the pope’s health had deteriorated significantly due to a severe lung infection that had kept him hospitalized at the Gemelli Hospital in Rome.

Despite appearing to have recovered, the news of his passing was made public in the early hours of April 21.

The Vatican has announced a period of official mourning, followed by funeral ceremonies that will gather religious leaders and heads of state from around the world at St. Peter’s Basilica.

Pope Francis’ legacy will be marked by his call for social justice, his defense of migrants, and his efforts to modernize the Church.

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His death leaves a profound void in the Catholic community and around the globe.

As the Church prepares for the succession process in the Conclave.

It is expected that the Vatican will release further details about the official ceremonies honoring the pontiff in the coming hours.

His death shakes the world on social media

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Millions of people have shared messages on social media about the event.

Pope Francis’ legacy is indelible.

He stands as one of the most significant religious figures of our time.

As reported by EFE.

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