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The world reacted on Monday to the announcement from the Vatican of the death of pope Francis. Leaders paid tribute, countries declared periods of mourning, Euronews' correspondents in Rome and throughout Europe tracked developments.

Vice president says Pope Francis was ‘obviously ill’ during their private meeting at the cardinal’s residence in Rome on Sunday

The pontiff took on church traditionalists and rightwing populism, making powerful enemies on the way

Key dates from his life

Pope Francis’ funeral will be held on Saturday with world leaders in attendance

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who was revered by millions of Catholics around the world, has died aged 88

Pope Francis spent 12 years at the helm of the Catholic Church

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