The Vatican has announced the death of Pope Francis.
According to The Vatican, he died early on Easter Monday.
The Pope who was hospitalised for about 40 days for acute pneumonia, was discharged recently.
He died after participating actively in the activities of the Holy Week at the age of 88.
His Easter message was centered on peace and love, even as he called for an end to hostilities in the Middle East.
With his death, all eyes are on The Vatican as the Catholic Cardinals are expected to. Converge to kick-start the tires leading to the election of a new Pope and the burial of Francis.
Before his death, tle liberal Poor met with the US Vice President, J D Vance.
The Conclave, a gathering of Catholic Cardinals, is expected to be convened within 30 days for the election of a new Pope.
