Following the confirmation of the demise of Pope Benedict XVI, former Catholic Church leader, tributes started pouring in from world leaders. Benedict passed away three days after the current church leader, Pope Francis warned the world he was "gravely" ill.

From King Charles to Indian PM Modi: World pays tribute to former Catholic Church leader Pope Benedict XVI

The 95-year-old Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI passed away in Vatican City after a period of poor health. In a statement from the Vatican, Benedict, who was the first pope in almost 600 years to resign from office rather than keep it for life, passed away on Saturday. Former Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI leaves behind a contested legacy, lets at some episodes of his life and times.

A life of missteps and scandals: Former Pope Bendict XVI dies at 95, a look at his life and times

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From King Charles to Indian PM Modi: World pays tribute to former Catholic Church leader Pope Benedict XVI

A life of missteps and scandals: Former Pope Bendict XVI dies at 95, a look at his life and times