Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney has paid tribute to Pope Francis, calling his death "deeply saddening" and a moment of heartbreak for the Catholic community.
Swinney praised the Pope’s commitment to peace, justice and leadership on global issues including Gaza and Ukraine.
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Pope Francis has died at age 88 after battling double pneumonia and other health complications. The Vatican confirmed his death and has begun the sacred transition process. A conclave of 137 cardinals under 80 will now vote in the Sistine Chapel to elect the next leader of the Catholic Church. Potential successors include Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Cardinal Luis Tagle, Cardinal Peter Turkson, and others. The world watches for the white smoke that will signal the next pope—marking a historic shift for 1.3 billion Catholics globally.
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One last blessing: Watch Pope Francis’ final Vatican appearance
Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff, has died aged 88, known for his humility, advocacy for the poor, and efforts to modernise the Catholic Church.
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A wave of sorrow swept through Vatican City as the bells of St. Peter’s Basilica tolled solemnly, marking the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88. In a poignant moment captured live, a visitor overcome with emotion broke down in tears upon hearing the chimes—symbolizing the end of a deeply transformative papacy.
Crowds gathered in hushed reverence, mourning the loss of a Pope who spent over a decade championing peace, humility, and compassion across the globe. The somber toll of the bells echoed across St. Peter’s Square, signaling not only the death of a spiritual leader, but the closing of a historic chapter in the Catholic Church.
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The world watches in solemn silence as the Vatican officially announces the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88. In this powerful moment, captured on video, Cardinal Kevin Farrell delivers the heartbreaking news that “the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father” at 7:35 AM.
As the announcement echoes through St. Peter’s Square, the Vatican bells toll in tribute—marking the end of an extraordinary papacy. This video captures the historic and emotional scene, as mourners gather, prayers rise, and the Catholic Church begins to bid farewell to one of the most compassionate and reform-driven leaders in modern times.
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Ukraine welcomes home 277 soldiers in largest prisoner exchange of war
Ukraine has carried out its largest prisoner exchange since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion, with 277 Ukrainian soldiers returned from Russian captivity.
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The Kremlin has confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin has not extended the Easter ceasefire with Ukraine, which was set to end at midnight on April 21. Despite Putin's initial announcement for a 30-hour truce, both Russia and Ukraine accused each other of multiple violations during the pause. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov clarified that no additional orders were given to prolong the ceasefire. Ukrainian President Zelensky indicated willingness to extend the truce if Moscow adhered to the terms, but both sides reported hundreds of attacks during the declared pause in hostilities.
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Soldiers celebrate their fourth Easter on the frontlines in Ukraine
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Russia of creating a false appearance of honouring an Easter ceasefire, adding that Moscow continued to target Ukrainian cities after Putin announced the unilateral temporary truce.
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Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, the Vatican has announced.
The pontiff made his final public appearance yesterday, where he briefly greeted crowds in St Peter’s Square to mark Easter Sunday.
In a statement, Cardinal Kevin Farrell said: "At 7.35am this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and His Church.”
His death comes after a recent hospitalisation for bronchitis treatment, where he suffered from pneumonia in both lungs. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
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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 "Urbi et Orbi" message urged world leaders to act before more lives are lost.
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