People worldwide pray and pay tribute to Pope Francis, who died on Monday, April 21, 2025.
Vatican
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Journalists and media gather at St. Peter’s Square following the death of Pope Francis, on April 21, 2025, in Vatican City, Vatican. The Vatican announced that Pope Francis, 88, died “this morning at 07:35 local time (05:35 GMT) the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father.” His death comes after he appeared in St Peter’s Square yesterday, wishing thousands of worshippers “Happy Easter.”
England
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Westminster Cathedral marks the death of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025, in London, England. The Vatican announced that Pope Francis, 88, died on Monday.
