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Vatican reveals what Pope Francis said before his death, describes his final hours: ‘Gesture of farewell’
The Pope wanted to surprise the more than 50,000 faithful with an appearance following the Easter Sunday Urbi et Orbi blessing.
Pope Francis’ final words expressed gratitude to personal healthcare assistant: Vatican report
Pope Francis’ final words before his death expressed gratitude to the man who had been by his side throughout his hospitalization and recovery.
Pope Francis died of a stroke and irreversible heart failure, Vatican says: Updates
The pope's death comes one day after Francis, 88, greeted Easter Sunday crowds in his popemobile. He had battled a ...
Pope Francis dies at 88 from stroke and heart failure, Vatican says: Live updates and reactions
Francis, who emerged from his convalescence on Easter Sunday to bless the thousands of people in St. Peter's Square, died on ...
Pontiffs and presidents: White House-Vatican relationship stretches a century, including fighting communism
The White House and Vatican have had a relationship stretching back to at least 1919, and includes Pope John Paul II and ...
Sri Lanka Easter bombings victims named 'heroes of faith' by Vatican
The Vatican has named 167 people who died in the 2019 Easter bombings in Sri Lanka as "heroes of faith". The country's ...
Pope Francis Thanked Nurse for Surprise Popemobile Tour Before His Death
Among Pope Francis' final words was a thank you to his nurse, who had helped the pope surprise crowds in St. Peter's Square ...