Pope Francis passed away at 88, leading to global tributes. He was the leader of the Catholic Church since 2013 and had been hospitalized before his death. His last public appearance was on Easter Sunday. Leaders like U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance and Ireland's Taoiseach Micheal Martin expressed their condolences, celebrating the Pope's dedication to compassion, peace, and social justice. Martin highlighted Francis's efforts on climate action and support for the marginalized, noting his significant impact during a 2018 visit to Ireland.
I was happy to see him yesterday, though he was obviously very ill, Vance noted. My heart goes out to the millions of Christians all over the world who loved him.
Martin celebrated Francis' long and distinguished papacy and unwavering commitment to the principles of compassion, peace, and human dignity.
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