Catholics Mourn as Pope Francis Dies

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As Catholics worldwide celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Pope Francis has been reported dead on Easter Monday at the age of 88.

The first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church had been battling health issues for a period before his passing today.

The death of Pope Francis was announced by the Vatican, driving shock among many after he had been seen on Easter Sunday being driven around St. Peter’s Square with cheers from the crowd.