Several world leaders posted messages of regret on social networks for the death of Pope Francis, Occurred on the morning of Monday (21)in the Vatican at the age of 88.
The President of Italy, Sergio Mattarella, said he received the news of death with great personal sadness, “raises pain and commotion” worldwide.
“His teaching has recalled the evangelical message, solidarity between people, the duty of proximity to the most fragile, international cooperation and peace in humanity,” he said.
The Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, recalled that she had the privilege of enjoying the friendship of Pope Francis, and said that the pontiff was able to reconcile what was irreconcilable.
“In the meditations of Via Sacra, he remembered us from the power of the gift, which makes everything flourish again and is able to reconcile what, in the eyes of man, is irreconcilable. He has once again asked the courage to change a change of route to travel a path that does not destroy but cultivate, he said.
Argentina
Argentina’s president, Javier Milei, said that “despite the differences”, he had the opportunity to know the Pope’s goodness and wisdom.
“As president, as Argentine, and fundamentally as a man of faith, I say goodbye to the Holy Father and I am with everyone who received this sad news,” he said.
United States
United States Vice President Jd Vance, who was on Sunday (20) with the Pope, said he was happy to see him, and will always remember the homily given in the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic.
“My heart is with the millions of Christians around the world who loved him,” he said.
France
France President Emmanuel Macron highlighted the Pope’s legacy and said he hoped hope among the poorest could continue to grow.
“From Buenos Aires to Rome, Pope Francis wanted the church to bring joy and hope to the poorest. Unite people with each other and with nature. May this hope grow incessantly beyond it,” he said.
Spain
Spain Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez also said that Francis left a legacy of commitment to peace and social justice.
“I regret the death of Pope Francis. His commitment to peace, social justice and the most vulnerable leaves a deep legacy. Rest in peace,” he said.
Europe
European Commission Chairman Von Der Leyen said Pope Francis’ teachings will continue to guide the world.
“Today, the world cries the death of Pope Francis. He inspired millions of people, far beyond the Catholic Church, with his humility and his pure love at the least fortunate. My thoughts are with all those who suffer this deep loss.”
Brazil
The President of Brazil, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, decreed an official 7 -day mourning for Pope Francis’ death. By note, the president highlighted the legacy of pontiff Jorge Mario Bergoglio and deeply regretted the loss of a “voice of respect and welcome to others”.
* With information from Vatican News
