Pope's Death: Died at the age of 88

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 Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio on December 17, 1936, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, served as the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church from 2013 until his death on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. He was the first Jesuit pope, the first from the Americas, and the first from the Southern Hemisphere. His papacy was marked by a focus on humility, social justice, interfaith dialogue, and environmental advocacy.

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🕊️ Final Days and Death
In early 2025, Pope Francis faced significant health challenges, including a severe respiratory infection and pneumonia, which required hospitalization. He was discharged on March 23, 2025, after a lengthy recovery. On Easter Sunday, April 20, he made his last public appearance, delivering a final blessing to the crowd in St. Peter's Square. The following day, Easter Monday, he suffered a stroke that led to a coma and irreversible cardiac arrest, resulting in his death at 07:35 local time in his residence at Domus Sanctae Marthae .

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⚰️ Funeral and Global Tributes
Pope Francis's funeral took place on April 26, 2025, in St. Peter's Basilica. The event was attended by numerous world leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, former President Joe Biden, and Prince William, who represented the British royal family . Security measures were heightened, with advanced anti-drone systems and a NATO-enforced no-fly zone ensuring the safety of attendees .​Wikipedianews
In Scotland, a minute's silence was observed before a football match between Celtic and Dundee United to honor the late pope, reflecting the global impact of his passing .​

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📚 Legacy and Final Work
Pope Francis's final encyclical, Dilexit Nos ("He Loved Us"), published in October 2024, emphasized the importance of love and compassion in addressing modern societal challenges. His memoir, Hope, released in January 2025, offered insights into his personal journey and vision for the Church .​

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His death initiates a papal interregnum, a period of mourning and preparation for the election of his successor. The conclave to elect the new pope is expected to convene between May 6 and May 12, 2025 .​

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