European Commission President Ursula
von der Leyen, French President Emmanuel Macron and Iran were
among the first to voice tributes to Pope Francis who died
Monday tat the age of 88.
VDL wrote on X:
"Today the world mourns the passing of Pope Francis. He inspired
millions, far beyond the Catholic Church, with his humility and
his pure love for those less fortunate. My thoughts are with all
who feel this profound loss. May they find comfort in the
knowledge that Pope Francis' legacy will continue to guide us
all toward a more just, peaceful and compassionate world."
Macron wrote on X:
"From Buenos Aires to Rome, Pope Francis wanted the Church to
bring joy and hope to the poorest. To unite men with each other
and with nature. May this hope always be resurrected beyond him.
"To all Catholics, to the world in mourning, my wife and I
express all our thoughts".
An Iranian spokesman voiced Tehran's condolences for Francis's
death.
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