Pope Francis Dies, World Mourns Peacemaker Pontiff

Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff and a prominent advocate for global peace, has died, sparking tributes from leaders and religious communities around the world. Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Moscow Patriarchate commended his efforts to foster dialogue between the Russian Orthodox and Roman Catholic Churches. Leaders such as Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and institutions like the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines highlighted his advocacy for social justice, interfaith harmony, and his global influence. Pope Francis was remembered for his persistent calls for peace, including recent appeals for ceasefires in Gaza, peace in Ukraine, and humanitarian support for Myanmar. His legacy is defined by compassion, humility, and dedication to addressing global inequalities and crises. His death is seen as a profound loss for humanity and the Catholic Church.