Global leaders paid tribute to Pope Francis, who died at 88, praising his legacy of compassion and humility. Argentina declared seven days of mourning, and Spain announced three days.
French President Emmanuel Macron honored the Pope’s mission of unity, while EU leaders praised his humility and global impact. US President Donald Trump, Indian PM Narendra Modi, and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi expressed condolences, calling him a voice of peace. Argentine President Javier Milei called it “an honor to recognize his kindness and wisdom.”
Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, became the first Latin American Pope in 2013.