The Vatican has officially announced the death of Pope Francis, the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church. He passed away peacefully at the age of 88 in the Vatican’s Apostolic Palace after a recent decline in health. Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Pope Francis made history in 2013 when he became the first pope from the Americas and the first Jesuit to be elected to the papacy. Known for his humility, deep concern for the poor, and bold stances on global issues such as climate change, inequality, and interfaith dialogue, Pope Francis brought a distinct pastoral…
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