Vatican City: Pope Francis passed away at the age of 88. The Vatican has officially confirmed the death of the Pope, who had been battling illness for a long time. He assumed the papacy as Jorge Mario Bergoglio, an Argentine Jesuit cardinal, on March 19, 2013, adopting the name Francis in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi.
Following a lung infection, Pope Francis had been receiving treatment at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital for over a month and had recently recovered. On March 23, he addressed the faithful and extended Easter greetings. Speaking from the hospital window, he expressed gratitude to all who prayed for his health. He subsequently returned to the Vatican.
The passing of Pope Francis has brought deep sorrow to believers worldwide. His simple and compassionate life served as an inspiration to the global community.
