Vatican releases first images of Pope Francis in open coffin
Tuesday, 22 April 2025 () The Vatican released the first photo and video of Pope Francis in repose, dressed in red liturgical vestments. He died at 88 from a cerebral stroke, as confirmed by Dr. Andrea Arcangeli. Pope Francis requested a modest burial at the Papal Basilica of St Mary Major, departing from the tradition of entombing popes at St Peter’s Basilica.
Pope Francis made an emotional return to St. Peter’s Square this Easter, appearing before tens of thousands after surviving pneumonia. As the crowd cheered, he issued a strong call for a Gaza ceasefire, the release of hostages, and global solidarity for both Palestinians and Israelis. His Easter...
Pope Francis dies at 88. After more than 12 years of serving as the spiritual leader and head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis has passed away. He was named the first Latin American pontiff back in..
Pope Francis died from stroke followed by heart failure, Vatican says
The late pope's passing was announced earlier on Monday morning with bells tolling in Catholic churches from Latin America to..
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