2025-04-21: Pope Francis Roundup

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Caitlin Johnstone (2025-04-21). The Pope Has Died, and the Palestinian People Have Lost an Important Advocate. dissidentvoice.org Pope Francis has died after using his Easter Sunday address to call for peace in Gaza. I don't know who the cardinals will pick to replace him, but I do know with absolute certainty that there are transnational intelligence operations in the works to make sure they select a more reliable supporter of Israel. They've …

SKWAWKBOX (2025-04-21). Pope Francis has died. He stood for the oppressed against the wicked. skwawkbox.org Pope Francis has died this morning after a prolonged battle against illness. For all the flaws and issues with the church, he was a force for good who stood up for the oppressed, the poor and the victims of genocide and against the powerful, the oppressor and the murderous. Almost his last act was to …

Democracy Now! (2025-04-21). Democracy Now! 2025-04-21 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for April 21, 2025; Sen. Van Hollen on Meeting Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador & Escalating Constitutional Crisis; Pope Dies at 88: Pax Christi's Marie Dennis on How He Championed the Marginalized, Changed the Church; "Heart of Compassion" for Palestine: Pope Francis Called for Gaza Ceasefire Until His Final Days; Pope Francis's Book Editor Robert Ellsberg on the Pontiff's Life, Legacy & Care for Refugees; Mohsen Mahdawi Arrest Sends Message "Peacemakers Are Not Welcome": Israeli American Columbia Student | Headlines for April 21, 2025; Sen. Van Hollen on Meet…

Jennifer Lynn (2025-04-21). Philadelphia Archbishop Nelson Pérez on the humanity and hope of Pope Francis. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church and of the Vatican City State, The pontiff was known for his humble approach and focus on encountering Christ and people. | Philadelphia

Nicole Winfield (2025-04-21). Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88. whyy.org Pope Francis, history's first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and The Vatican said Francis died of a stroke that put him into a coma and led to heart failure. | Bells tolled in Catholic churches from his native Argentina to the Philippines and across Rome as news spread around the world. | "At…

WHYY News staff (2025-04-21). Remembering Pope Francis: Philadelphia's 2015 papal weekend, in photos. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? In 2015, Pope Francis descended on Philadelphia for On an altar on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, with a backdrop of the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art, Pope Francis spoke about faith, holiness and acts of generosity. | "Love is shown by little things," he said. "Faith grows when it is practiced and shaped by love."

Eileen Kinch (2025-04-21). Pope Francis: An appreciation. anabaptistworld.org The whole world is mourning the death of Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday, April 21, during the 13th year of his papacy. He may have disappointed liberals who wanted him to change the church's teaching on birth control, gay marriage, married clergy and women priests. He may have scandalized conservatives who wanted him …

eng.belta.by (2025-04-21). Pope from the of the World'. How will we remember Pope Francis? eng.belta.by Pope Francis passed away at 89 on 21 April. In recent months, the Pontiff had been seriously ill. In February, he was hospitalized and diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia. That last Pope Francis made a public appearance was on Easter Sunday to bless the thousands of people in St. Peter's Square.

eng.belta.by (2025-04-21). Lukashenko sends condolences over death of Pope Francis. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has sent condolences to the Camerlengo of the Roman Catholic Church, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, over the death of Pope Francis, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian leader.

eng.belta.by (2025-04-21). Apostolic Nunciature in Minsk to open book of condolence for Pope Francis. eng.belta.by "The book of condolence will be opened on Tuesday, 22 April, Wednesday, 23 April, and Thursday, 24 April, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Apostolic Nunciature in Minsk, at 46 D Independence Avenue," the Vatican's diplomatic mission in Belarus said.

The Media Line Staff (2025-04-21). Pope Francis, First Latin American Leader of Catholic Church, Dies at 88. themedialine.org

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2025-04-21). Pope Francis' Thoughts: Geopolitics of the Peripheries. libya360.wordpress.com Yoselina Guevara L. On April 21, 2025, Pope Francis passed away. From the beginning to the end of his pontificate, he had a geopolitical approach that managed to point the spotlight on the peripheries of the world, a vision that was an alternative to the usual Eurocentric one of some of his predecessors. Peripheries of…

latintimes (2025-04-21). Pope Francis Dies At 88: What Comes Next For The Vatican. latintimes.com Vatican camerlengo Cardinal Kevin Farrell said in a statement, "At 7: 35 this morning the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His whole life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and His Church."

Editor (2025-04-21). Pope Francis Dies at 88 After Final Appeal for Gaza Cease-Fire. scheerpost.com

Newswire Editor (2025-04-21). Sierra Club Statement on Passing of Pope Francis. commondreams.org

Deb Steel (2025-04-21). Assembly of First Nations extends condolences on the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis. windspeaker.com

albawaba (2025-04-21). Secrets of the sistine chapel: How the Pope Is chosen. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – After the Vatican announced that Pope Francis had passed away at the age of 88, the Roman Catholic Church has formally entered a time of transition. With more than 1.4 billion Catholics in the globe, the process of choosing a new spiritual leader is already underway, governed by stringent procedures and centuries-old customs.Transition Commences: "Sede Vacante" | The Holy Roman Church's Irish-American Camerlengo, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, is now in charge of managing daily operations at the Vatican during the "Sede Vacante," or the time when the pope is not in office. The Camerlengo replaced ancient cust…

geo.tv (2025-04-21). Pope Francis passes away at 88, announces Vatican. geo.tv Pope Francis waves as he arrives to lead the weekly audience in Saint Peter's Square at the Vatican in this file image. — ReutersPope Francis's death comes day after Easter Sunday.He was suffering from pneumonia, spent weeks in hospital.The pope came close to dying twice earlier this…

geo.tv (2025-04-21). Pope Francis: Radical leader who broke the papal mould. geo.tv Pope Francis greets cardinals as he unexpectedly appears during the Palm Sunday Mass in Saint Peter's Square at the Vatican, April 13, 2025. — Reuters VATICAN CITY: Pope Francis, who died Monday aged 88, will go down in history as a radical pontiff, a champion of underdogs who…

geo.tv (2025-04-21). In pictures: Remembering Pope Francis through the lens. geo.tv The world is mourning the loss of Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church, who passed away on Monday. He had just shifted to Vatican after recovering from a serious bout of double pneumonia.Known for his tireless efforts to reform the Church and his…

aljazeera (2025-04-21). People around the world mourn the death of Pope Francis. aljazeera.com Pope Francis was known for simple words and a humble manner that won over the crowds.

aljazeera (2025-04-21). 'A man of the people': World reacts to the death of Pope Francis. aljazeera.com World leaders hail legacy of compassion and humility as they mourn the Argentinian pontiff.

aljazeera (2025-04-21). 'Father of the poor': Argentinians mourn compatriot Pope Francis. aljazeera.com Argentina, where Francis was known for working with the poor, announces seven days of mourning over pontiff's death.

aljazeera (2025-04-21). Pope Francis died of cerebral stroke and heart failure: Vatican doctor. aljazeera.com Vatican publishes death certificate, Pope's request to be buried at Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome.

aljazeera (2025-04-21). Pope Francis has died: A step-by-step guide to what happens in next days. aljazeera.com Unlike pontiffs before him, Pope Francis wishes to be buried in a single coffin in Santa Maria Maggiore.

aljazeera (2025-04-21). Before he died, Pope Francis called for peace in Gaza. Will anyone listen? aljazeera.com Amid international indifference to the continuing genocide, the pope used his last address to call for a ceasefire.

aljazeera (2025-04-21). Cardinals announce death of Pope Francis. aljazeera.com This is the moment Pope Francis's death was announced by senior Catholic officials at the Vatican.

aljazeera (2025-04-21). Pope Francis's last appearance. aljazeera.com Pope Francis made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday, a day before his death.

aljazeera (2025-04-21). Vatican visitors saddened by death of Pope Francis. aljazeera.com Visitors gathered in St Peter's Square to mourn Pope Francis and share their sorrows.

aljazeera (2025-04-21). What happens after a pope dies? aljazeera.com Following the death of Pope Francis, the Catholic Church will begin the process of electing a new pope.

aljazeera (2025-04-21). Church bells ring for Pope Francis. aljazeera.com Bells tolled at Catholic churches around the world as followers mourn the death of Pope Francis.

aljazeera (2025-04-21). Leaders and supporters around the globe react to death of Pope Francis. aljazeera.com Leaders and worshippers around the world mourn and pay tribute to the late Pope Francis.

aljazeera (2025-04-21). Pope Francis spoke up for Palestinians until the end. aljazeera.com Pope Francis chose to not remain silent on the suffering of the Palestinian people.

aljazeera (2025-04-21). What's the legacy of Pope Francis? aljazeera.com The head of the Roman Catholic Church dies at the Vatican at the age of 88.

geo.tv (2025-04-21). Pope Francis: Key moments from his life. geo.tv ope Francis presides over the Via Crucis torchlight procession on Good Friday, in front of Rome's Colosseum, in Rome, Italy. — Reuters/File | Pope Francis walks with his pastoral staff as he leads the Epiphany mass in Saint Peter's Basilica at the Vatican January 6, 2014. — ReutersVATICAN CITY: Here is what happens next in the Roman Catholic Church following the death of Pope Francis, which was announced by the Vatican…

geo.tv (2025-04-21). Global leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis after his death. geo.tv Pope Francis waves to the crowd as he appears at the balcony to deliver his Christmas Urbi et Orbi blessing in St. Peter's Square at The Vatican on December 25, 2022. — AFPPope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died, the Vatican said in a…

geo.tv (2025-04-21). Nine faces, one destiny: As the world watches, Vatican weighs Pope Francis' successor. geo.tv Pope Francis speaks to Marseille's archbishop Cardinal Jean-Marc Aveline, at a mass at the Velodrome Stadium, as a part of his journey on the occasion of the Mediterranean Meetings in Marseille, France, September 23, 2023. — ReutersPredict who the next pope will be at your…

newarab (2025-04-21). Egypt's Grand Imam praises Pope Francis for Gaza support. newarab.com

newarab (2025-04-21). In his final months, Pope Francis called Gaza's Christians daily. newarab.com Since Israel launched its military campaign on Gaza in October 2023, Pope Francis kept close contact with the enclave's small Christian population, calling every night and speaking to priests and parishioners alike…

newarab (2025-04-21). Lebanon declares three days mourning for 'beloved Pope Francis'. newarab.com Lebanon has declared three days of national mourning following the Flags on all government departments, institutions and municipalities will be "Th…

newarab (2025-04-21). Sistani, Iraqi leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis after death. newarab.com Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, Iraq's most senior Shia religious authorit…

newarab (2025-04-21). Pope Francis's legacy of peace and dialogue in the Middle East. newarab.com Having led the church since 2013, Pope Francis made a number of tours to the Middle Ea…

Special to People's World (2025-04-21). Pope Francis I, dead at age 88, defended rights of workers. peoplesworld.org ROME—Tributes poured in from around the globe for Pope Francis I, who died the morning of April 21, Rome time. He was 88 and had recently returned from weeks of hospitalization. His last and surprise public appearance was his Easter Urbi et Orbi—"To the city and the world"—address to thousands in St. Peter's Square in …

Democracy Now! (2025-04-21). Democracy Now! 2025-04-21 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for April 21, 2025; Sen. Van Hollen on Meeting Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador & Escalating Constitutional Crisis; Pope Dies at 88: Pax Christi's Marie Dennis on How He Championed the Marginalized, Changed the Church; "Heart of Compassion" for Palestine: Pope Francis Called for Gaza Ceasefire Until His Final Days; Pope Francis's Book Editor Robert Ellsberg on the Pontiff's Life, Legacy & Care for Refugees; Mohsen Mahdawi Arrest Sends Message "Peacemakers Are Not Welcome": Israeli American Columbia Student | Headlines for April 21, 2025; Sen. Van Hollen on Meet…

Nicole Winfield (2025-04-21). Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88. whyy.org Pope Francis, history's first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and The Vatican said Francis died of a stroke that put him into a coma and led to heart failure. | Bells tolled in Catholic churches from his native Argentina to the Philippines and across Rome as news spread around the world. | "At…

latintimes (2025-04-21). Marjorie Taylor Greene Accused of 'Celebrating' Pope Francis' Death After Sharing Cryptic Tweet. latintimes.com The Georgia representative tweeted a post claiming "there were major shifts in global leaderships" on Monday, hours after the pope's death was announced.

latintimes (2025-04-21). Speculation Over Nostradamus' 'Black Pope' Prophecy Resurfaces After Francis' Death. latintimes.com As seen in the 2025 Oscar-nominated film "Conclave," the process of electing the new Pope following the death of Pope Francis will soon begin. Here are the leading candidates.

latintimes (2025-04-21). Vance Trolled After Meeting With Indian Prime Minister Following Pope Francis' Death: 'Please Don't Kill This One Too'. latintimes.com JD Vance met with the Indian Prime Minister Monday, the same day Pope Francis died within hours of meeting Vance, prompting the internet to pray for his health.

latintimes (2025-04-21). Vatican Confirms Stroke as Pope Francis' Cause of Death: What We Know About His Final Moments. latintimes.com The pontiff passed away in the early hours of Monday at Casa Santa Marta, his residence within Vatican City. The Vatican revealed the official cause of death.

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