Pope Francis died
World
Pope Francis passed away at the age of 88 after completing a 12-year pontificate that left a deep mark on the history of the Catholic Church. His death was announced in a Vatican official video statement on April 21st.
The first Latin American pope in history, Francis (in the world Jorge Mario Bergolo), led the Roman Catholic Church since 2013. His pontificate was marked by bold attempts at reforms, open dialogue on sensitive topics, and a struggle against rigid structures within the Vatican.
Francis fought against problems within the church and society, paying special attention to social justice, poverty, and environmental issues. Despite his progressive views, his pontificate was accompanied by internal disagreements and challenges from conservative circles.
Pope Francis was 88 years old. In recent years, he had serious health problems, but he continued to actively participate in church affairs almost until the last day.
Francis fought against problems within the church and society, paying special attention to social justice, poverty, and environmental issues. Despite his progressive views, his pontificate was accompanied by internal disagreements and challenges from conservative circles.
Pope Francis was 88 years old. In recent years, he had serious health problems, but he continued to actively participate in church affairs almost until the last day.
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