Pope Francis, the voice for the poor and a reformer of the Catholic Church, has died at 87. The Vatican announced the news, confirming the passing of the first Latin American pope, who took office in 2013. He was one of the oldest popes in church history. The cause of death hasn’t been disclosed.
Health Issues
Francis was hospitalized a few weeks ago with severe pneumonia in both lungs. His doctors said he was stable enough to return to his residence, Casa Santa Marta, within the Vatican. Two weeks after leaving the hospital, he surprised followers by appearing unexpectedly at St. Peter’s Square.
The source of this information is CNN.