Argentina’s President Javier Milei – who had before taking office accused Francis of being an “imbecile” who “promotes communism” pointed to his compatriot’s “goodness and wisdom” despite their “differences”.
US President Donald Trump – who recently drew the ire of Francis with his mass deportations of migrants – wrote “Rest in Peace” on his Truth Social platform, and ordered flags to be flown at half mast.
His predecessor Joe Biden, a Catholic, hailed “one of the most consequential leaders of our time”.
Italy’s Serie A football league called off all the day’s matches and the country’s Olympic committee called for all sporting events due to take place there on Monday to be postponed.
International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach said Francis had “inspired” him to create a refugee team.
Source: CNA
