By Pope Francis, the first Jesuit and Latin American pope, has died at 88 after battling double pneumonia. Known for his humility and progressive approach, Francis led the Catholic Church since 2013, advocating for social justice, migrants, and environmental care, while addressing clerical abuse scandals. Despite ongoing health issues, including lung and colon surgeries, he maintained an active schedule. His death triggers the traditional conclave to elect a new pope, with interim duties handled by Cardinal Kevin Farrell. Francis chose to be buried in Rome’s Santa Maria Maggiore, not the Vatican, breaking tradition once more. Though beloved globally, his reforms drew criticism from conservatives. His papacy ends with many of his ambitious church reforms still in progress.
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Source : The Daily Star
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