Pope Francis Passes Away at 88

vatican city - Pope Francis, aged 88, passes away after battling pneumonia. Vatican announces the sad news.

Vatican Mourns the Loss of Pope Francis

Pope Francis, aged 88, has passed away after a five-week battle with pneumonia. The Vatican announced the news of his death.

In a video message, Cardinal Kevin Farrell expressed deep sorrow at the loss of Pope Francis, stating, 'Dear brothers and sisters, with deep sadness, I must announce the passing of our Holy Father Francis'.

On Sunday afternoon, the Pope appeared on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City for the urbi et orbi. He did not deliver the traditional Easter blessing himself. Additionally, he had a brief meeting with the American Vice President J. D. Vance.