French President Emmanuel Macron paid a heartfelt tribute to Pope Francis, describing him as a "man of humility" who stood "alongside the most vulnerable and the most fragile." Macron expressed his condolences to Catholics worldwide, emphasizing the Pope's compassion during times of war and brutality.
The funeral of Pope Francis is set to take place in St. Peter's Square, Vatican City, with numerous world leaders and dignitaries in attendance, including U.S. President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and French President Emmanuel Macron. The ceremony is expected to be the Vatican’s largest single-day event since the funeral of Pope John Paul II two decades ago, potentially drawing over 200,000 attendees.
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Pope Francis, who passed away at age 88, will be laid to rest this Saturday at St. Peter’s Square, Rome. Tens of thousands of mourners, including 170 foreign delegations and top global leaders like Trump, Macron, Zelenskyy, and Prince William, will attend. The funeral, led by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, follows a week of tributes from over 130,000 people. Security will be unprecedented with fighter jets, anti-drone systems, and 2,000 officers deployed. In keeping with his humble nature, Francis requested a simple wooden coffin and burial outside the Vatican.
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Death of Pope Francis: The pontiff and Emmanuel Macron, a complex relationship
Although he had visited France three times, Pope Francis had never granted an official state visit to Paris.
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As news of Pope Francis’ death at the age of 88 spread around the world, the iconic bells of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris tolled 88 times in a powerful tribute to the late pontiff. Tourists and locals alike gathered in solemn reflection on Easter Monday, expressing shock, grief, and admiration for a pope remembered for his humility and humanity.
In this emotional report, hear from visitors moved to tears outside the cathedral — including a Canadian tourist who called him "so human," and an Argentinian traveler still in disbelief. Watch exclusive visuals of candle-lit crowds, breaking news alerts being read on phones, and voices reflecting on the legacy of a pope who changed the Catholic Church.
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After more than five years of reconstruction following the fire in 2019, Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris unveils its restored facade on Friday, with French President Emmanuel Macron visiting before it..
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