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In an unbelievable medical marvel, a baby was born twice in the United Kingdom. Lucy Isaac, a teacher from Oxford, learned that she had ovarian cancer around the fifth week of her pregnancy. The doctors felt that waiting until after the delivery would complicate the case and so proposed doing the surgery in the 20th week. Surgeons temporarily removed her womb, containing her son, and put it back after the five-hour procedure. The baby was safely delivered full term in January.
Delivering a baby twice to treat a medical condition has happened on a few occasions before. The last time a baby was removed from the mother's body and put back was in 2016. A baby girl from Lewisville, Texas, was removed from the mother's body to treat a tumour on her spine.&nbsp;
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Margaret Hawkins Boemer was 16 weeks pregnant when she learned that her daughter, Lynlee Hope, had a tumour on her spine. It was hampering blood flow to the baby and putting her at risk of heart failure. Doctors advised her to terminate the pregnancy before she was told about the surgery by Texas Children's Fetal Centre.&nbsp;
<h2>Tumour was the same size as the foetus</h2>
Baby Lynlee weighed just 0.53kg at the time she was removed from her mother's body for the first time. The tumour was also about the same size, and the baby was given a 50 per cent chance of survival.
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A large incision had to be made to reach the tumour. This was not possible while Lynlee was still inside the womb, and so she was removed. While the doctors performed surgery to remove the tumour, her heart almost stopped beating. But a specialist kept it going till a major portion of the tumour was removed. The doctors then put her back in the womb and closed the uterus.&nbsp;
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Boemer was on bed rest for the remaining pregnancy and gave birth to Lynlee for a second time in June. At eight days old, the rest of the tumour was removed from her tailbone.&nbsp;
<h2>Baby born twice in the UK</h2>
Lucy Isaac learned about ovarian cancer after a routine ultrasound. Doctors did not want to risk delaying the surgery. However, the standard keyhole surgery was not an option because of the advanced stage of the pregnancy. They looked at other options. A team led by Dr Soleymani Majd at the John Radcliffe Hospital proposed a rare and complex surgery.
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This involved keeping the baby in the womb but outside the mother's body while the cancer was treated. Rafferty Isaac was safely encased inside Lucy's womb while the womb itself was removed from her body. Majd and 15 other doctors were in the room to ensure the safety of the mother and the baby. They ensure that the womb remains connected to vital blood vessels and tissues so Rafferty doesn't suffer any untoward consequences.
Lucy's womb was wrapped in a warm saline pack to maintain a safe temperature as two doctors monitored it. The saline pack was changed every 20 minutes to maintain the right temperature for the two hours it was outside. After the surgery, the womb was put back inside Lucy. Rafferty was delivered at full term, weighing 2.8 kg in January.

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In an unbelievable medical marvel, a baby was born twice in the United Kingdom. Lucy Isaac, a teacher from Oxford, learned that she had ovarian cancer around the fifth week of her pregnancy. The doctors felt that waiting until after the delivery would complicate the case and so proposed doing the surgery in the 20th week. Surgeons temporarily removed her womb, containing her son, and put it back after the five-hour procedure. The baby was safely delivered full term in January. Delivering a baby twice to treat a medical condition has happened on a few occasions before. The last time a baby was removed from the mother's body and put back was in 2016. A baby girl from Lewisville, Texas, was removed from the mother's body to treat a tumour on her spine. Also Read: Horrific IVF mix-up leads Australian woman to give birth to stranger's baby Margaret Hawkins Boemer was 16 weeks pregnant when she learned that her daughter, Lynlee Hope, had a tumour on her spine. It was hampering blood flow to the baby and putting her at risk of heart failure. Doctors advised her to terminate the pregnancy before she was told about the surgery by Texas Children's Fetal Centre. Tumour was the same size as the foetus Baby Lynlee weighed just 0.53kg at the time she was removed from her mother's body for the first time. The tumour was also about the same size, and the baby was given a 50 per cent chance of survival. Also Read: In a first, UK surgeons remove brain tumour through eye socket via keyhole surgery A large incision had to be made to reach the tumour. This was not possible while Lynlee was still inside the womb, and so she was removed. While the doctors performed surgery to remove the tumour, her heart almost stopped beating. But a specialist kept it going till a major portion of the tumour was removed. The doctors then put her back in the womb and closed the uterus. Also Read: First human baby to be born underwater is scheduled for 2050. Is it possible? Boemer was on bed rest for the remaining pregnancy and gave birth to Lynlee for a second time in June. At eight days old, the rest of the tumour was removed from her tailbone. Baby born twice in the UK Lucy Isaac learned about ovarian cancer after a routine ultrasound. Doctors did not want to risk delaying the surgery. However, the standard keyhole surgery was not an option because of the advanced stage of the pregnancy. They looked at other options. A team led by Dr Soleymani Majd at the John Radcliffe Hospital proposed a rare and complex surgery. Also Read: UK welcomes first baby born from womb transplant in landmark medical breakthrough This involved keeping the baby in the womb but outside the mother's body while the cancer was treated. Rafferty Isaac was safely encased inside Lucy's womb while the womb itself was removed from her body. Majd and 15 other doctors were in the room to ensure the safety of the mother and the baby. They ensure that the womb remains connected to vital blood vessels and tissues so Rafferty doesn't suffer any untoward consequences. Lucy's womb was wrapped in a warm saline pack to maintain a safe temperature as two doctors monitored it. The saline pack was changed every 20 minutes to maintain the right temperature for the two hours it was outside. After the surgery, the womb was put back inside Lucy. Rafferty was delivered at full term, weighing 2.8 kg in January.

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Donald Trump's defence secretary, Pete Hegseth, is again in hot water after the reports that he shared key military information with his wife and other family members. This is the second Signal chat group apart from the previous one, which was created by Mile Waltz, but Hegseth was part of it.
A former Pentagon spokesperson has hinted that Hegseth might face the crackdown for the chat leak by the US president. In an opinion piece featured in Politico, John Ullyot said that Hegseth can be replaced any time soon by Trump. He said that the latest incident in the series of Signal chat leak saga may prompt Trump to fire his defence secretary due to the public crisis that began due to the chat leak and its aftermath.
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&ldquo;Donald Trump is known for demanding accountability from his top officials. Considering the light of recent events surrounding Pete Hegseth, it is difficult to imagine him staying in the position for very long," Ullyot wrote.&nbsp;
Ullyot is the same person who once praised Hegseth for being "well qualified" for the role of Trump's defence secretary in December.&nbsp;
He further added in the opinion piece that there has been a &ldquo;full-blown meltdown at the White House thanks to the Signal chat leak fiasco".&nbsp;
In a chilling warning, Ullyot added, &nbsp;"There are very likely more shoes to drop in short order, with even bigger bombshell stories coming this week."
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<h2>'Ruining my reputation'&nbsp;</h2>
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Just after the reports of a second chat group by him, Hegseth denies the claim, saying that the media is trying to "ruin" his "reputation".&nbsp;
The US defence secretary, who was accused of sexual assaults just after the November elections, said, "This is what the media does. They take anonymous sources from disgruntled former employees, and then they try to slash and burn people and ruin their reputations." &nbsp;
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World | Donald Trump's defence secretary, Pete Hegseth, is again in hot water after reports that he shared key military information with his wife and other family members.

Donald Trump's defence secretary, Pete Hegseth, is again in hot water after the reports that he shared key military information with his wife and other family members. This is the second Signal chat group apart from the previous one, which was created by Mile Waltz, but Hegseth was part of it. A former Pentagon spokesperson has hinted that Hegseth might face the crackdown for the chat leak by the US president. In an opinion piece featured in Politico, John Ullyot said that Hegseth can be replaced any time soon by Trump. He said that the latest incident in the series of Signal chat leak saga may prompt Trump to fire his defence secretary due to the public crisis that began due to the chat leak and its aftermath. Also read: Leak, deny, repeat? Pete Hegseth accused of sharing military secrets with wife; dismisses reports “Donald Trump is known for demanding accountability from his top officials. Considering the light of recent events surrounding Pete Hegseth, it is difficult to imagine him staying in the position for very long," Ullyot wrote. Ullyot is the same person who once praised Hegseth for being "well qualified" for the role of Trump's defence secretary in December. He further added in the opinion piece that there has been a “full-blown meltdown at the White House thanks to the Signal chat leak fiasco". In a chilling warning, Ullyot added, "There are very likely more shoes to drop in short order, with even bigger bombshell stories coming this week." Also read: Signal group chat leak: Trump's defence secretary Hegseth 'shared' details of Yemen attack with his wife and family 'Ruining my reputation' Also read: Pentagon students sue Pete Hegseth for banning THESE books Just after the reports of a second chat group by him, Hegseth denies the claim, saying that the media is trying to "ruin" his "reputation". The US defence secretary, who was accused of sexual assaults just after the November elections, said, "This is what the media does. They take anonymous sources from disgruntled former employees, and then they try to slash and burn people and ruin their reputations." Also read: US ‘will not allow’ Chinese influence over Panama Canal: Defense Secretary Hegseth

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Leeds United and Burnley won automatic promotion to the Premier League on Monday as faltering Sheffield United were forced to settle for a place in the Championship play-offs.
Leeds, who have spent two seasons in the second tier of English football, humbled Stoke 6-0 at Elland Road, with Joel Piroe scoring four goals.
Daniel Farke's men knew that if Chris Wilder's Sheffield side failed to beat Burnley in the later kick-off, they would be back in the Premier League.
Burnley captain Josh Brownhill scored twice in a 2-1 win, securing promotion for his own side and Leeds.
The two teams each have 94 points and neither can now be caught by third-placed Sheffield United (86), who have won just one of their past five games.
Leeds, who suffered the agony of defeat to Southampton in last season's Championship play-off final at Wembley, made short work of Stoke.
Dutch forward Piroe, who had not scored since late February, returned to form with a vengeance, celebrating a hat-trick in the 20th minute.
Junior Firpo made it four and Piroe, the club's leading scorer this season, netted his fourth goal shortly before half-time. Wilfried Gnonto nodded a sixth in the 59th minute.
Farke, who has previously managed Norwich in the Premier League, celebrated on the pitch with his players though the champagne was still on ice, at least for a few hours.
But when the whistle blew at Turf Moor the Leeds players toasted their success with gusto.
Captain Ethan Ampadu vowed that Leeds would still fight for the Championship title.
"Very proud. A lot of positives," he told Sky Sports. "The celebrations are amazing. We've worked all year for this.
"Not to put a dampener on it, we've still got another target we want to achieve, so we're going to enjoy tonight and then we're going to try and do the full thing."
Leeds wobbled from the start of March, winning just one in six games, raising fears that they would again have to settle for a place in the play-offs.
But the league's top-scorers, with 89 goals, have now won their past four games.
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<h2>Boring Burnley</h2>
Scott Parker's Burnley are nowhere near as prolific as their closest rivals but their superpower is their defence -- they have conceded just 15 goals all season.
Brownhill broke the deadlock at Turf Moor in the 28th minute when he pounced from close range but the visitors were level just nine minutes later through Tom Cannon.
But the skipper put Burnley back in front from the penalty spot before half-time and they held on to extend their unbeaten run to a club-record 31 games -- making an immediate return to the Premier League.
"We've been written off so many times, people calling us boring. We've bored our way to the Premier League," said Brownhill.
Parker has now taken three clubs up to the Premier League -- previously managing the feat with Fulham and Bournemouth.
"It means everything," he said. "Set on a mission at the start of this year to get promoted.&nbsp;
"Early on in the season, there were a lot of ups and downs and the journey we've been on is nothing short of incredible."
Sheffield United were top of the Championship table at the end of last month before a collapse in form.
The Blades are guaranteed to finish third but face a battle to secure a spot in the Premier League through the play-offs.
Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

World | Sports: Leeds, who have spent two seasons in the second tier of English football, humbled Stoke 6-0 at Elland Road, with Joel Piroe scoring four goals.

Leeds United and Burnley won automatic promotion to the Premier League on Monday as faltering Sheffield United were forced to settle for a place in the Championship play-offs. Leeds, who have spent two seasons in the second tier of English football, humbled Stoke 6-0 at Elland Road, with Joel Piroe scoring four goals. Daniel Farke's men knew that if Chris Wilder's Sheffield side failed to beat Burnley in the later kick-off, they would be back in the Premier League. Burnley captain Josh Brownhill scored twice in a 2-1 win, securing promotion for his own side and Leeds. The two teams each have 94 points and neither can now be caught by third-placed Sheffield United (86), who have won just one of their past five games. Leeds, who suffered the agony of defeat to Southampton in last season's Championship play-off final at Wembley, made short work of Stoke. Dutch forward Piroe, who had not scored since late February, returned to form with a vengeance, celebrating a hat-trick in the 20th minute. Junior Firpo made it four and Piroe, the club's leading scorer this season, netted his fourth goal shortly before half-time. Wilfried Gnonto nodded a sixth in the 59th minute. Farke, who has previously managed Norwich in the Premier League, celebrated on the pitch with his players though the champagne was still on ice, at least for a few hours. But when the whistle blew at Turf Moor the Leeds players toasted their success with gusto. Captain Ethan Ampadu vowed that Leeds would still fight for the Championship title. "Very proud. A lot of positives," he told Sky Sports. "The celebrations are amazing. We've worked all year for this. "Not to put a dampener on it, we've still got another target we want to achieve, so we're going to enjoy tonight and then we're going to try and do the full thing." Leeds wobbled from the start of March, winning just one in six games, raising fears that they would again have to settle for a place in the play-offs. But the league's top-scorers, with 89 goals, have now won their past four games. ALSO READ | ‘Only Rohit can answer that’: Australia legend Steve Waugh on Indian captain’s future in Tests Boring Burnley Scott Parker's Burnley are nowhere near as prolific as their closest rivals but their superpower is their defence -- they have conceded just 15 goals all season. Brownhill broke the deadlock at Turf Moor in the 28th minute when he pounced from close range but the visitors were level just nine minutes later through Tom Cannon. But the skipper put Burnley back in front from the penalty spot before half-time and they held on to extend their unbeaten run to a club-record 31 games -- making an immediate return to the Premier League. "We've been written off so many times, people calling us boring. We've bored our way to the Premier League," said Brownhill. Parker has now taken three clubs up to the Premier League -- previously managing the feat with Fulham and Bournemouth. "It means everything," he said. "Set on a mission at the start of this year to get promoted. "Early on in the season, there were a lot of ups and downs and the journey we've been on is nothing short of incredible." Sheffield United were top of the Championship table at the end of last month before a collapse in form. The Blades are guaranteed to finish third but face a battle to secure a spot in the Premier League through the play-offs. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Leeds United, Burnley seal Premier League promotion as Sheffield United fall short

Hundreds of passengers were forced to evacuate using slides after a Delta Air Lines plane suffered an engine fire after pushing back from the gate at Orlando International Airport in Florida on Monday (Apr 21). The plane was carrying nearly 300 passengers.&nbsp;
The Federal Aviation Administration said it would start an investigation to find the cause of the fire. The Airbus A330 AIR.PA was set to depart for Atlanta when the engine caught fire around 11:15 am (EDT).&nbsp;
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The airline said that the crew members "followed procedures to evacuate the passenger cabin when flames in the tailpipe of one of the aircraft's two engines were observed." It said that there were no initial reports of injuries.&nbsp;
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Images and videos of the incident, shared on social media platforms, showed a dramatic visual of what appeared to be a serious fire and flames coming from the Airbus plane and another video of passengers exiting the plane via a slide.
In a social media post, Orlando International Airport said that the fire occurred in the ramp area and that the airport's aircraft rescue and firefighting team promptly responded.&nbsp;
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Watch the video here: 
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Delta said maintenance teams will examine the aircraft, and the airline will bring in additional aircraft to help customers reach their final destinations on Monday.&nbsp;
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<h2>Delta to trim capacity&nbsp;</h2>
Earlier this month, Delta Air Lines withdrew its full-year profit forecast and shelved some planned capacity hikes, pointing to a weakening demand outlook amid recession worries and whipsawing trade wars.&nbsp;
The US carrier's first-quarter profits edged above those in the year-ago period. "With broad economic uncertainty around global trade, growth has largely stalled," said Delta Chief Executive Ed Bastian.&nbsp;
"In this slower-growth environment, we are protecting margins and cash flow by focusing on what we can control," Bastian added.&nbsp;

World news | Trending news | Maintenance teams will examine the aircraft, and the airline will bring in additional aircraft to help customers reach their destinations

Hundreds of passengers were forced to evacuate using slides after a Delta Air Lines plane suffered an engine fire after pushing back from the gate at Orlando International Airport in Florida on Monday (Apr 21). The plane was carrying nearly 300 passengers. The Federal Aviation Administration said it would start an investigation to find the cause of the fire. The Airbus A330 AIR.PA was set to depart for Atlanta when the engine caught fire around 11:15 am (EDT). Also read: Nostradamus issued stark warning about Pope Francis' successor, astrologers claim The airline said that the crew members "followed procedures to evacuate the passenger cabin when flames in the tailpipe of one of the aircraft's two engines were observed." It said that there were no initial reports of injuries. Also read: WATCH | JD and Usha Vance's kids in traditional Indian attire win hearts Images and videos of the incident, shared on social media platforms, showed a dramatic visual of what appeared to be a serious fire and flames coming from the Airbus plane and another video of passengers exiting the plane via a slide. In a social media post, Orlando International Airport said that the fire occurred in the ramp area and that the airport's aircraft rescue and firefighting team promptly responded. Also read: Disha Patani's sister Khushboo rescues baby from abandoned building, watch viral video Watch the video here: 🚨🇺🇸#BREAKING | NEWS ⚠️ Delta airlines flight 1213 has to be evacuated in Orlando international airport after the engine catches fire 🔥 pic.twitter.com/0kRSJ1p9yJ — Todd Paron🇺🇸🇬🇷🎧👽 (@tparon) April 21, 2025 🚨⚡️ American aviation under strain again… A Delta Airlines Airbus A330 caught fire on the runway in Orlando! Nearly 300 passengers were onboard and had to be urgently evacuated. pic.twitter.com/7G1t3qmPtV — SilencedSirs◼️ (@SilentlySirs) April 21, 2025 Delta said maintenance teams will examine the aircraft, and the airline will bring in additional aircraft to help customers reach their final destinations on Monday. Also read: Tesla whistleblower makes explosive claims against Musk, calls him a 'vindictive monster' and 'pure evil' because... Delta to trim capacity Earlier this month, Delta Air Lines withdrew its full-year profit forecast and shelved some planned capacity hikes, pointing to a weakening demand outlook amid recession worries and whipsawing trade wars. The US carrier's first-quarter profits edged above those in the year-ago period. "With broad economic uncertainty around global trade, growth has largely stalled," said Delta Chief Executive Ed Bastian. "In this slower-growth environment, we are protecting margins and cash flow by focusing on what we can control," Bastian added.

Dramatic video shows Delta plane's engine on fire in Orlando, forcing passengers to evacuate

Nostradamus made a prediction centuries ago about a Pope's death, which is now being linked to Pope Francis's passing by astrologers. The French man wrote in his book Les Proph&eacute;ties in 1555 that a "very old" Pope will die and will be replaced by "A Roman of good age" who will "weaken his seat".
Nostradamus, or Michel de Nostredame, is believed to have made several prophecies about the modern world which have come true. This includes the 9/11 attack, with his prophecy specifically hinting at the collapse of the World Trade Centre towers. He also forecast the rise of dictator Adolf Hitler and COVID-19. However, critics say that his prophecies were vague and don't think that he was talking about the exact events to which they are linked.
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About the Pope, his prediction seems like a warning about the future of the Catholic church. Pope Francis died on Easter Sunday at the age of 88. The cause of his death has been revealed to be a stroke and heart failure. He has been battling health issues for weeks and has developed pneumonia.
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Pope Francis made an appearance on Easter Sunday and delivered a message to the people.
<h2>Nostradamus's prediction about the Pope's successor</h2>
Nostradamus talked about a pope's death and wrote, "Through the death of a very old Pontiff / A Roman of good age will be elected / Of him it will be said that he weakens his seat / But long will he sit and in mordant activity."
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His eerie prediction is about the person who would replace the "very old" pope. Nostradamus reportedly prophesied that a Roman would replace the pontiff and wouldn't be very old. However, he goes on to say that the Catholic church will lose its reputation as this person will weaken the seat. The new pope, as per Nostradamus, will have a critical quality and occupy the position for a long time.
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He added, &nbsp;"A young man of dark skin with the help of the great king will deliver the purse to another of red colour."
<h2>Pope Francis' health timeline</h2>
Pope Francis had a tough few months in terms of health. He developed bronchitis on February 6 and was hospitalised on February 14 and diagnosed with severe pneumonia in both his lungs. He was treated for five weeks, with Feb 28 being termed the "worst night".
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His condition got so bad that physicians considered stopping all treatment so that he could pass away peacefully. But he fought it and was released from the hospital on March 23. He also greeted the people from the hospital balcony. On April 20, he made his last appearance.
The 266th pope was elected in 2013, serving in the position for nearly 12 years. The Conclave of cardinals to choose the new pope won't happen for at least 15 days. During an official mourning period, Francis's body will lie in state in St Peter's Basilica.

Nostradamus is back in the news with Pope Francis's death. Astrologers think he made an eerie prediction about the person who would replace him. World Trending

Nostradamus made a prediction centuries ago about a Pope's death, which is now being linked to Pope Francis's passing by astrologers. The French man wrote in his book Les Prophéties in 1555 that a "very old" Pope will die and will be replaced by "A Roman of good age" who will "weaken his seat". Nostradamus, or Michel de Nostredame, is believed to have made several prophecies about the modern world which have come true. This includes the 9/11 attack, with his prophecy specifically hinting at the collapse of the World Trade Centre towers. He also forecast the rise of dictator Adolf Hitler and COVID-19. However, critics say that his prophecies were vague and don't think that he was talking about the exact events to which they are linked. Also Read: Pope Francis' cause of death revealed: Pontiff died of stroke and heart failure, says Vatican About the Pope, his prediction seems like a warning about the future of the Catholic church. Pope Francis died on Easter Sunday at the age of 88. The cause of his death has been revealed to be a stroke and heart failure. He has been battling health issues for weeks and has developed pneumonia. Also Read: Deciphering Church traditions: Why did Pope Francis change his name from Jorge Mario Bergoglio? Pope Francis made an appearance on Easter Sunday and delivered a message to the people. Nostradamus's prediction about the Pope's successor Nostradamus talked about a pope's death and wrote, "Through the death of a very old Pontiff / A Roman of good age will be elected / Of him it will be said that he weakens his seat / But long will he sit and in mordant activity." Also Read: Canonisation of Carlo Acutis postponed following death of Pope Francis His eerie prediction is about the person who would replace the "very old" pope. Nostradamus reportedly prophesied that a Roman would replace the pontiff and wouldn't be very old. However, he goes on to say that the Catholic church will lose its reputation as this person will weaken the seat. The new pope, as per Nostradamus, will have a critical quality and occupy the position for a long time. Also Read: Why did Pope Francis change his name from Jorge Mario Bergoglio? He added, "A young man of dark skin with the help of the great king will deliver the purse to another of red colour." Pope Francis' health timeline Pope Francis had a tough few months in terms of health. He developed bronchitis on February 6 and was hospitalised on February 14 and diagnosed with severe pneumonia in both his lungs. He was treated for five weeks, with Feb 28 being termed the "worst night". His condition got so bad that physicians considered stopping all treatment so that he could pass away peacefully. But he fought it and was released from the hospital on March 23. He also greeted the people from the hospital balcony. On April 20, he made his last appearance. The 266th pope was elected in 2013, serving in the position for nearly 12 years. The Conclave of cardinals to choose the new pope won't happen for at least 15 days. During an official mourning period, Francis's body will lie in state in St Peter's Basilica.

Nostradamus issued stark warning about Pope Francis' successor, astrologers claim

Nottingham Forest beat struggling Tottenham 2-1 on Monday, bouncing back from two defeats to strengthen their push for a Champions League spot and heap the pressure on Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou.
Forest came into the game at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in sixth spot in the table after losses to Aston Villa and Everton.
But early goals from Elliot Anderson and top-scorer Chris Wood settled their nerves and they held on tenaciously despite a late goal from Richarlison to climb to third in the table.
Leaders Liverpool have one hand on the Premier League title and Arsenal are likely to finish second.
But behind them the competition is fierce for the top five places that will guarantee qualification for the Champions League next season.
Just three points separate Forest from Aston Villa in seventh spot, with five games remaining for all the contenders.
Nuno Espirito Santo's visitors took the lead in the fifth minute following a corner when Anderson's deflected shot beat Guglielmo Vicario.
Wood had the ball in the net five minutes later but it was ruled out by VAR for offside.
But the New Zealander doubled Forest's lead in the 16th minute, nodding a cross from Anthony Elanga past Vicario.
Spurs dominated possession and had more shots on goal but provided little threat.
Forest had a chance to make it 3-0 10 minutes into the second half when Wood cushioned the ball into the path of Morgan Gibbs-White but the midfielder skewed his shot wide.
Forest defender Harry Toffolo produced a spectacular overhead goal-line clearance to keep out Dejan Kulusevski's header shortly after the hour mark.
Postecoglou brought on former Forest winger Brennan Johnson and forward Dominic Solanke with a quarter of the match to go.
Matz Sels produced a superb fingertip save low down to his right from a Richarlison header with about 10 minutes to go as Tottenham upped the pressure.
The Brazilian did get on the scoresheet in the 87th minute, powering a header home from a Pedro Porro cross but the visitors held on.
Nuno said his team had toughed it out against the home side, who he admitted had his men "against the ropes".
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<h2>Pressure on Spurs</h2>
"It is about getting through it, especially in these moments of the season when there is fatigue, not only physical but mental, anxiety -- all these things made the team go back a bit," he told Sky Sports.
Nuno, whose side play Manchester City in the FA Cup semi-finals this weekend, said his team had a big week ahead of them.
"You don't get these moments often, especially in this league when we are fighting for something nobody expected," he added.
Forest, who finished 17th last season, are two-time European champions but have not played in the continent's top club competition since the 1980/81 season.
Spurs' 18th defeat of a miserable Premier League season leaves them just two places above the relegation zone.
But Postecoglou still has a chance to win silverware in his second season at the club.
Spurs face Bodo/Glimt in the semi-finals of the Europa League next month, with the winner of the competition guaranteed a place in next season's Champions League.&nbsp;
A disappointed Postecoglou said his side had dominated Monday's game but had "conceded poor goals and given ourselves a mountain to climb".
The Australian, whose team travel to face Liverpool on Sunday, admitted the Europa League was now his priority as he tries to achieve momentum and protect his players.
Fifth-placed Manchester City host Villa on Tuesday.
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World | Sports, Football: Forest came into the game at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in sixth spot in the table after losses to Aston Villa and Everton.

Nottingham Forest beat struggling Tottenham 2-1 on Monday, bouncing back from two defeats to strengthen their push for a Champions League spot and heap the pressure on Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou. Forest came into the game at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in sixth spot in the table after losses to Aston Villa and Everton. But early goals from Elliot Anderson and top-scorer Chris Wood settled their nerves and they held on tenaciously despite a late goal from Richarlison to climb to third in the table. Leaders Liverpool have one hand on the Premier League title and Arsenal are likely to finish second. But behind them the competition is fierce for the top five places that will guarantee qualification for the Champions League next season. Just three points separate Forest from Aston Villa in seventh spot, with five games remaining for all the contenders. Nuno Espirito Santo's visitors took the lead in the fifth minute following a corner when Anderson's deflected shot beat Guglielmo Vicario. Wood had the ball in the net five minutes later but it was ruled out by VAR for offside. But the New Zealander doubled Forest's lead in the 16th minute, nodding a cross from Anthony Elanga past Vicario. Spurs dominated possession and had more shots on goal but provided little threat. Forest had a chance to make it 3-0 10 minutes into the second half when Wood cushioned the ball into the path of Morgan Gibbs-White but the midfielder skewed his shot wide. Forest defender Harry Toffolo produced a spectacular overhead goal-line clearance to keep out Dejan Kulusevski's header shortly after the hour mark. Postecoglou brought on former Forest winger Brennan Johnson and forward Dominic Solanke with a quarter of the match to go. Matz Sels produced a superb fingertip save low down to his right from a Richarlison header with about 10 minutes to go as Tottenham upped the pressure. The Brazilian did get on the scoresheet in the 87th minute, powering a header home from a Pedro Porro cross but the visitors held on. Nuno said his team had toughed it out against the home side, who he admitted had his men "against the ropes". ALSO READ | ‘Only Rohit can answer that’: Australia legend Steve Waugh on Indian captain’s future in Tests Pressure on Spurs "It is about getting through it, especially in these moments of the season when there is fatigue, not only physical but mental, anxiety -- all these things made the team go back a bit," he told Sky Sports. Nuno, whose side play Manchester City in the FA Cup semi-finals this weekend, said his team had a big week ahead of them. "You don't get these moments often, especially in this league when we are fighting for something nobody expected," he added. Forest, who finished 17th last season, are two-time European champions but have not played in the continent's top club competition since the 1980/81 season. Spurs' 18th defeat of a miserable Premier League season leaves them just two places above the relegation zone. But Postecoglou still has a chance to win silverware in his second season at the club. Spurs face Bodo/Glimt in the semi-finals of the Europa League next month, with the winner of the competition guaranteed a place in next season's Champions League. A disappointed Postecoglou said his side had dominated Monday's game but had "conceded poor goals and given ourselves a mountain to climb". The Australian, whose team travel to face Liverpool on Sunday, admitted the Europa League was now his priority as he tries to achieve momentum and protect his players. Fifth-placed Manchester City host Villa on Tuesday. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Premier League: Nottingham Forest see off Spurs to boost Champions League qualification hopes

World news | From tariff war to a proposal of Gaza takeover, here are 10 of the key moments in the first 100 days of his second term as president. 

From tariff war to proposal of Gaza takeover: Trump's first 100 days in 10 key moments

In an escalation, Harvard sued Donald Trump's administration Monday amid the ongoing fight between the university and the president. The US president has threatened several prestigious universities over claims that they tolerated campus anti-Semitism. For Harvard, he said to review the $9bn federal funding. The university specifically wants to halt a freeze on $2.2bn in grants.&nbsp;
Trump has sought to impose outside political supervision in elite universities, threatening their budgets, tax-exempt status and the enrollment of foreign students.&nbsp;
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Now, the lawsuit has been filed in a Massachusetts federal court that named several other institutions targeted by Trump. "This case involves the Government's efforts to use the withholding of federal funding as leverage to gain control of academic decision making at Harvard," in a statement, the Ivy League university said.&nbsp;
"The Government's actions flout not just the First Amendment, but also federal laws and regulations," said the complaint which called Trump's actions "arbitrary and capricious."&nbsp;
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<h2>What does the government say?&nbsp;</h2>
Trump and his White House team have publicly justified their campaign against universities as a reaction to what they say is uncontrolled "anti-Semitism" and a need to reverse diversity programmes aimed at addressing the historical oppression of minorities.
The administration claims protests against Israel's war in Gaza that swept across US college campuses last year were rife with anti-Semitism.
Notably, when the protests were taking place, many US universities, including Harvard, cracked down on the protests over the allegations at the time. The Cambridge-based institution had even placed 23 students on probation and denied degrees to 12 others, according to protest organisers.&nbsp;
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<h2>Harvard refutes claims&nbsp;</h2>
Harvard has refuted all the claims that the campus protests are anti-American, with its president Alan Garber saying that the government should not dictate the private universities.&nbsp;
In a recent letter announcing the university's decision, Garber wrote: "No government &ndash; regardless of which party is in power &ndash; should dictate what private universities can teach, whom they can admit and hire, and which areas of study and inquiry they can pursue."&nbsp;
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Watch: Signal Gate 2.0: US Defence Secretary Hegseth Mired In Controversy
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The president issued a statement on Monday, reiterating that the Trump administration had doubled down on its response, despite claims that the letter indicating Harvard&rsquo;s federal research funding was at risk was sent by mistake.&nbsp;
"The government has, in addition to the initial freeze of $2.2 billion in funding, considered taking steps to freeze an additional $1 billion in grants, initiated numerous investigations of Harvard's operations, threatened the education of international students, and announced that it is considering a revocation of Harvard's 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status," Garber wrote.&nbsp;
"These actions have stark real-life consequences for patients, students, faculty, staff, researchers, and the standing of American higher education in the world," he added.&nbsp;

World | Trump and his White House team have publicly justified their campaign against universities as a reaction to what they say is uncontrolled 'anti-Semitism'

In an escalation, Harvard sued Donald Trump's administration Monday amid the ongoing fight between the university and the president. The US president has threatened several prestigious universities over claims that they tolerated campus anti-Semitism. For Harvard, he said to review the $9bn federal funding. The university specifically wants to halt a freeze on $2.2bn in grants. Trump has sought to impose outside political supervision in elite universities, threatening their budgets, tax-exempt status and the enrollment of foreign students. Also read: Trump hopes Russia-Ukraine deal would happen 'this week,' Kremlin declines to comment Now, the lawsuit has been filed in a Massachusetts federal court that named several other institutions targeted by Trump. "This case involves the Government's efforts to use the withholding of federal funding as leverage to gain control of academic decision making at Harvard," in a statement, the Ivy League university said. "The Government's actions flout not just the First Amendment, but also federal laws and regulations," said the complaint which called Trump's actions "arbitrary and capricious." Also read: ‘We're bringing religion back in America,’ says Trump as he and Melania host White House Easter Egg Roll What does the government say? Trump and his White House team have publicly justified their campaign against universities as a reaction to what they say is uncontrolled "anti-Semitism" and a need to reverse diversity programmes aimed at addressing the historical oppression of minorities. The administration claims protests against Israel's war in Gaza that swept across US college campuses last year were rife with anti-Semitism. Notably, when the protests were taking place, many US universities, including Harvard, cracked down on the protests over the allegations at the time. The Cambridge-based institution had even placed 23 students on probation and denied degrees to 12 others, according to protest organisers. Also read: Not 'innocent': Trump administration's flip-flop deportation adds to American man's woes in El Salvador Harvard refutes claims Harvard has refuted all the claims that the campus protests are anti-American, with its president Alan Garber saying that the government should not dictate the private universities. In a recent letter announcing the university's decision, Garber wrote: "No government – regardless of which party is in power – should dictate what private universities can teach, whom they can admit and hire, and which areas of study and inquiry they can pursue." Also read: ‘Asking tiger for its skin’: China issues BIG warning to world against ‘appeasing’ Trump on tariffs, threatens payback Watch: Signal Gate 2.0: US Defence Secretary Hegseth Mired In Controversy The president issued a statement on Monday, reiterating that the Trump administration had doubled down on its response, despite claims that the letter indicating Harvard’s federal research funding was at risk was sent by mistake. "The government has, in addition to the initial freeze of $2.2 billion in funding, considered taking steps to freeze an additional $1 billion in grants, initiated numerous investigations of Harvard's operations, threatened the education of international students, and announced that it is considering a revocation of Harvard's 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status," Garber wrote. "These actions have stark real-life consequences for patients, students, faculty, staff, researchers, and the standing of American higher education in the world," he added.

Harvard sues Trump administration over US federal funding cuts, calling actions 'arbitrary' and 'capricious'

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday signed the instrument of ratification of a key strategic partnership treaty with Iran earlier approved by the Russian parliament, Kremlin press service said.
The Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement signed in January during Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's Moscow visit formalises a mutual commitment to building stronger relations across multiple areas, from national security to peaceful nuclear energy and joint resistance against unilateral sanctions.
However, it does not provide for joint action against any third party aggression on any of the contracting party.
Last Friday, at his talks with the visiting Iranian foreign minister, his Russian host Sergei Lavrov underscored that the treaty was being finalised &ldquo;despite the challenging regional and global landscape and attempts to exert pressure on our nations by third parties&rdquo;.
The treaty is said to be completing ratification process in the Iranian parliament.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday signed the instrument of ratification of a key strategic partnership treaty with Iran earlier approved by the Russian parliament, Kremlin press service said.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday signed the instrument of ratification of a key strategic partnership treaty with Iran earlier approved by the Russian parliament, Kremlin press service said. The Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement signed in January during Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's Moscow visit formalises a mutual commitment to building stronger relations across multiple areas, from national security to peaceful nuclear energy and joint resistance against unilateral sanctions. However, it does not provide for joint action against any third party aggression on any of the contracting party. Last Friday, at his talks with the visiting Iranian foreign minister, his Russian host Sergei Lavrov underscored that the treaty was being finalised “despite the challenging regional and global landscape and attempts to exert pressure on our nations by third parties”. The treaty is said to be completing ratification process in the Iranian parliament. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Putin ratifies treaty with Iran signed during Pezeshkian's Moscow visit

Pope Francis Death News: Pope Francis died on Monday aged 88, a day after making a much hoped-for appearance at Saint Peter's Square on Easter Sunday, the Vatican said in a statement.
<h2>Pope Francis Death News and Updates of Vatican City</h2>
"This morning at 7:35 am (0535 GMT) the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father," said Cardinal Kevin Farrell in the statement published by the Vatican on its Telegram channel.

Pope Francis died from a stroke and irreversible heart failure, according to a death certificate released on Monday (Apr 21) by Vatican doctor Andrea Arcangeli for the 88-year-old pontiff.
The certificate published by the Vatican states that the pope fell into a coma before his death early on Monday.

Pope Francis' cause of death revealed: Pontiff died of a stroke and heart failure, says Vatican doctor 

Pope Francis stated in his will that he wishes to be buried in a simple underground tomb at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome, rather than at St. Peter&rsquo;s Basilica in the Vatican, as many of his predecessors have chosen.&nbsp;
In his final testament, released by the Vatican, he specified that his burial should be "in the ground, without particular decoration," only featuring the inscription of his papal name in Latin: Franciscus.

Pope Francis chose humble resting place in St. Mary Major Basilica

The Vatican has announced that the pope's body will be moved to St Peter's Basilica on Wednesday (Apr 23).

Pope Francis' body to be moved on St Peter's Basilica on Wednesday

According to reports, Vatican City has initiated a Rosary prayer in St. Peter&rsquo;s Square for its first public commemoration following the death of Pope Francis. Hundreds have gathered to engage in prayer.

Rosary prayer begins at Vatican

Hundreds of Catholics attended a mass commemorating the late Pope Francis on Monday (April 21) at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris.
The historic cathedral temporarily suspended visits and tours to accommodate the mass and a prayer vigil that is set to last until midnight.
Earlier that day, the cathedral's bells tolled 88 times, symbolically representing each year of the Pope's life.

French Catholics fill Notre-Dame cathedral for Pope Francis tribute mass

India announces three day state mourning as a mark of respect on the passing away of the Pope National flag to be at half-mast.
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India to observe three days mourning

Brazil's leftist president, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, hailed the late Pope Francis on Monday for his work on climate change and social justice.
"With his simplicity, his courage and empathy, Francis brought the topic of climate change to the Vatican," Lula said. "The pope vigorously criticized the economic models that have brought so much injustice to humanity."

Pope Francis showed 'courage and empathy' in climate cause: Brazil president

Pope Francis died at home in his apartment at the Saint Martha residence in the Vatican, the Holy See's press service said on Monday.
His cause of death will "probably" be shared with the public on Monday night following the official declaration of his death, scheduled for 8:00 pm (1800 GMT), the press service added.

Pope died in his apartment at the Saint Martha residence: Vatican

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres paid tribute to Pope Francis, who died on Monday aged 88, hailing his historic influence as a voice for peace and human dignity.
"I join the world in mourning the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, a messenger of hope, humility and humanity," he said in a statement.

UN chief calls pope 'messenger of hope, humility and humanity'

DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi paid tribute to&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis, who died on Monday aged 88, saluting his "unwavering commitment to peace".
The leader of the largest Catholic country in Africa described Francis as a "great servant of God, whose life was a vibrant testimony of faith, humility, and unwavering commitment to peace, justice, and human dignity".

DR Congo president hails pope's 'unwavering commitment to peace'

The Vatican said Monday that&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis's body could be transferred to St Peter's Basilica Wednesday to lie in state.
"The transfer of the body of the Holy Father to the Vatican Basilica for the homage of all the faithful could take place on Wednesday morning," the Vatican said in a brief statement, saying more information would come Tuesday.

Transfer of pope's body to St Peter's Basilica possibly Wednesday: Vatican

Argentina's President Javier Milei will decree seven days of national mourning after the death of&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis, his spokesman said Monday.
"The President of the Nation will decree seven days of mourning for the death of the Holy Father," Manuel Adorni wrote on X.&nbsp;Milei paid tribute earlier Monday to&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis's "wisdom" despite their "differences."

Argentina to observe seven days mourning for Pope Francis: presidency

Spain's King Felipe VI hailed&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis for his "conviction of the need to bring encouragement and solace to the poorest" after the Argentine pontiff died on Monday aged 88.
"His conviction of the need to bring encouragement and solace to the poorest and neediest will always continue to inspire us," Felipe wrote in a telegram to the dean of the College of Cardinals, Giovanni Battista Re.

Spain king lauds Pope Francis for bringing 'solace to the poorest'

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday called the passing of Pope Francis a "great loss," saying it was a "great honour and privilege" to have known him.&nbsp;
"A humanist who opted for the poor, peace and equality. He leaves a great legacy of true love for his neighbour. For Catholics and non-Catholics alike, it is a great loss," Sheinbaum wrote on X.&nbsp;

Mexico president says Pope was 'humanist who stood for the poor'

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro mourned Monday the passing of&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis, hailing his work to battle inequalities in a statement released by the foreign ministry.
"Pope&nbsp;Francis was a transformative spiritual leader, whose clear and courageous voice denounced the inequalities of the dominant system and called for building a more humane, fairer and deeply supportive world," the statement read.

Venezuela's Maduro mourns late Pope as 'transformative spiritual leader'

US President Donald Trump paid his respects Monday to&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis, writing "Rest in Peace" in a short post on his Truth Social platform.&nbsp;
"Rest in Peace&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis! May God Bless him and all who loved him!" Trump said.&nbsp;
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Trump says 'Rest in Peace' after Pope Francis death

Egypt's Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, Sunni Islam's prestigious seat of learning, said Monday that Pope Francis will be remembered for his championing of interfaith dialogue.
Following the pope's death, Sheikh Ahmed al-Tayeb, calling Francis "his brother," said he had "strengthened relations with Al-Azhar and the Islamic world, through his visits to numerous Islamic and Arab countries, and through his views demonstrating fairness and humanity, particularly regarding the aggression on Gaza and combating abhorrent Islamophobia".

Al-Azhar imam: Pope Francis strengthened Islamic world ties

Tibet's spiritual leader the Dalai Lama praised&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis on Monday, offering Buddhist prayers and writing to the papal envoy to "express his sadness" at his death.
"Pope&nbsp;Francis dedicated himself to the service of others... consistently revealing by his own actions how to live a simple, but meaningful life," the Buddhist leader said in a statement from his base in exile in India.
"The best tribute we can pay to him is to be a warm-hearted person, serving others wherever and in whatever way we can".

Dalai Lama says Pope Francis 'dedicated himself to the service of others'

Former US president Joe Biden paid tribute on Monday to late&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis, saying he was "unlike any who came before him" and hailing his record of fighting for peace and equity.
"Pope&nbsp;Francis&nbsp;will be remembered as one of the most consequential leaders of our time and I am better for having known him," Biden, a staunch Catholic, wrote on X alongside a picture of him and the&nbsp;Pope.&nbsp;

Ex-US president Biden says Pope among 'most consequential leaders'

South Korea's acting President Han Duck-soo paid tribute to the late Pope Francis on Monday, describing his life's work as one "of love and solidarity" for all people.
"Through his teaching that 'we are all brothers and sisters,' the Holy Father delivered a message of love and solidarity to humanity," Han said in a letter of condolence shared on X.

Pope Francis conveyed 'message of love': South Korean acting president

East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta mourned the death of Pope Francis on Monday, hailing the Catholic leader's "very brave" fight for peace and support of the world's poorest people.
"Not only the Catholics of East Timor but all religions and all communities feel the loss of the pope... a pope who was very brave to fight against the world's powers and fight for peace, and fight against people who cornered the poor and poor countries," the leader of the Catholic-majority nation said in a video statement.

East Timor's Ramos-Horta hails Francis's support for the poor, peace

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday hailed Pope Francis for his efforts to further dialogue between different faiths after the Argentine pontiff died at the age of 88.
"A respected statesman, Pope Francis was a spiritual leader who placed great importance on dialogue between different faith groups," he wrote on X, saying he was also someone who took "initiative in the face of humanitarian tragedies, especially the Palestinian issue".

Turkey's Erdogan hails pope for pushing interfaith dialogue

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa paid tribute on Monday to the late Pope Francis's "extraordinary life story" and praised his efforts to promote inclusion.&nbsp;
The 88-year-old Argentine pontiff "advanced a world view of inclusion, equality and care for marginalised individuals and groups, as well as responsible and sustainable custody of the natural environment", Ramaphosa said in a statement.&nbsp;

South Africa president hails pope's 'view of inclusion, equality and care'

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu on Monday mourned the passing of Pope Francis, whom he called a "tireless champion of the poor" and the world's "most trenchant voice" against climate change.
"Today, with a heavy heart, I join the Catholic faithful and Christians worldwide in mourning the passing of Pope Francis," Tinubu said in a statement. "Alas, the Lord called him home... making the world lose its most trenchant voice for justice and action against climate change."

Nigeria's Tinubu hails pope as 'trenchant voice' for climate action

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos joined the global outpouring of grief over the death of&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis on Monday, calling him a man of "profound faith and humility".
"Pope&nbsp;Francis led not only with wisdom but with a heart open to all, especially the poor and forgotten," said Marcos, who leads Asia's bastion of Catholicism. "It is a profoundly sad day," he said on his Facebook page.

Pope Francis led with 'heart open to all', says Philippines' Marcos

Pope&nbsp;Francis's body will be laid in a coffin in the chapel at the Saint Martha residence where he lived at 8:00 pm (1800 GMT) on Monday, the Vatican said.
"Tonight, Monday April 21 at 8:00 pm (1800 GMT), His Eminence the Most Reverend Cardinal Kevin Joseph Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, will preside over the rite of certification of death and the laying of the body in the coffin," the Holy See said in a statement.

Pope to be laid in coffin at 1800 GMT, Vatican says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday &nbsp;mourned the death of&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis, saying the Catholic leader had "prayed for peace in Ukraine and for Ukrainians."
"We grieve together with Catholics and all Christians," Zelensky wrote on social media.
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Millions of people around the world are mourning the tragic news of Pope Francis&rsquo;s passing. His life was devoted to God, to people, and to the Church. He knew how to give hope, ease suffering through prayer, and foster unity. He prayed for peace in Ukraine and for Ukrainians. We&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/Ww6NtsbWWS">pic.twitter.com/Ww6NtsbWWS</a>
&mdash; Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa/status/1914260515355820439?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 21, 2025</a></blockquote>

Zelensky says grieving for Pope Francis who 'prayed for peace in Ukraine'

Spain will observe three days of mourning to honour&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis after the Argentine pontiff's death on Monday aged 88, Justice Minister Felix Bolanos said in a televised address.
"We regret the death of a good man and a great&nbsp;pope. Therefore, the government of Spain will declare three days of official mourning," Bolanos said, praising Francis's "reformist" 12-year papacy that "will leave a legacy for history".

Spain declares three days of mourning for Pope Francis

Argentine President Javier Milei paid tribute Monday to Pope Francis's "wisdom" despite the pair's "differences", following the pontiff's death aged 88.
"In spite of differences that today seem minor, to have known him in his goodness and wisdom was a true honor for me," Milei posted on X.

Argentina's Milei hails pope's 'wisdom' despite their 'differences'

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Monday said "Thank you for everything, Holy Father. We bid you farewell", in a short Facebook post following Pope Francis's death.&nbsp;
The nationalist premier accompanied his message with a photo of one of his meetings with Francis, who praised the Church's renewal in Hungary while urging Europe to take in more migrants.&nbsp;

'Thanks for everything,' Hungary's Orban says to late Pope Francis

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis's leadership was "courageous" and the&nbsp;pope, who died aged 88 on Monday, "never lost hope of a better world".
"His leadership in a complex and challenging time for the world and the church was courageous, yet always came from a place of deep humility," Starmer said in a statement, with flags set to fly at half-mast on UK government buildings for a day in his honour.

UK PM says 'courageous' Pope Francis strived for a 'better world'

The chair of the African Union paid tribute to a "towering moral voice of our time and a steadfast advocate for peace, justice, compassion, and human dignity" following the death of&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis on Monday.
Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, chairman of the African Union, in a statement praised "the&nbsp;Pope's courageous engagement with the African continent, amplifying the voices of the voiceless, championing peace and reconciliation, and standing in solidarity with those affected by conflict and poverty".

African Union chair pays tribute to Pope Francis's 'towering moral voice'

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday hailed the late&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis as a "defender" of "humanism and justice", and praised his efforts to promote dialogue between the Orthodox and Catholic churches.
Putin praised "wise"&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis who died Monday as a "consistent defender of the high values of humanism and justice," in a letter to the Vatican published by the Kremlin, adding he had "actively promoted dialogue between the Russian Orthodox and Roman Catholic Churches."

Putin hails Pope Francis as 'defender of the highest values of humanism and justice': Kremlin

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said on Monday she was "deeply saddened" by Pope Francis's death.&nbsp;
"He was a global voice for unity, justice, and human dignity. His wisdom and humility touched lives far beyond faith," Lagarde wrote on X.

ECB's Lagarde honours Pope Francis as 'global voice for unity, justice, and human dignity'

King Charles released a statement following Pope Francis's death, just weeks after their notable private meeting in Italy.
"My wife and I were most deeply saddened to learn of the death of Pope Francis.
"Our heavy hearts have been somewhat eased, however, to know that His Holiness was able to share an Easter Greeting with the Church and the world he served with such devotion throughout his life and ministry.
"His Holiness will be remembered for his compassion, his concern for the unity of the Church and for his tireless commitment to the common causes of all people of faith, and to those of goodwill who work for the benefit of others. His belief that care for Creation is an existential expression of faith in God resounded with so many across the world.
"Through his work and care for both people and planet, he profoundly touched the lives of so many.
"The Queen and I remember with particular affection our meetings with His Holiness over the years and we were greatly moved to have been able to visit him earlier in the month.
"We send our most heartfelt condolences and profound sympathy to the Church he served with such resolve and to the countless people around the world who, inspired by his life, will be mourning the devastating loss of this faithful follower of Jesus Christ."
The King signed the message: "Charles R."
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'Deeply saddened': King Charles pays tribute to Pope Francis

Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas paid tribute to Pope Francis, who died Monday at 88, calling him a "faithful friend of the Palestinian people," the official Palestinian news agency Wafa reported.
"Today, we lost a faithful friend of the Palestinian people and their legitimate rights," Abbas said, noting that Pope Francis "recognised the Palestinian state and authorised the Palestinian flag to be raised in the Vatican."&nbsp;

Pope Francis was 'faithful friend' of Palestinians: Abbas

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk on Monday paid tribute to Pope Francis, calling the late pontiff a "good, warm and sensitive man".
"Pope Francis has died. A good, warm and sensitive man. May he rest in peace," Tusk wrote on X.

Polish PM hails Pope Francis as 'a good, warm and sensitive man' 

The Church of England's most senior cleric hailed Pope Francis's "desire to lead and build the church in new ways" after the head of the Catholic Church died on Monday.
Hailing the deceased pope's "service of the poor", Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell said Pope Francis was "acutely aware of the divisions between our churches and how they stand in the way of seeing Jesus Christ more fully".

Anglican church head hails Pope Francis's 'desire to lead... church in new ways'

Lebanon's Christian President Joseph Aoun mourned the death on Monday of Pope Francis, a "dear friend and strong supporter" of the crisis-hit multi-confessional country.&nbsp;
"We will never forget his repeated calls to protect Lebanon and preserve its identity and diversity," Aoun -- the Arab world's only Christian president -- said in a statement on the presidency's X account, calling Francis's death "a loss for all humanity, for he was a powerful voice for justice and peace" who called for "dialogue between religions and cultures".

Lebanon president mourns loss of country's 'dear friend' Pope Francis

The Eiffel Tower's landmark illuminations will be switched off on Monday night in memory of Pope Francis who died aged 88, Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo said.
City hall was planning to name a site in the French capital after Francis who, she said, had placed "ecology at the centre of spiritual concerns" and had argued in favour of "welcoming refugees".

Eiffel Tower to go dark on Monday night after Pope Francis's death

Kenya's President William Ruto said the death of Pope Francis on Monday was "a big loss to the Catholic faithful and the Christian world".
"He exemplified servant leadership through his humility, his unwavering commitment to inclusivity and justice, and his deep compassion for the poor and the vulnerable," Ruto wrote on X. &nbsp;
"His strong ethical and moral convictions inspired millions across the world, regardless of faith or background," he added.
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We join the Catholic Church and the global Christian community in mourning the passing of Pope Francis. This is a big loss to the Catholic faithful and the Christian world. Pope Francis will be remembered for a life dedicated to serving the Lord, the Church, and humanity. He&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/YmMLL90ccw">pic.twitter.com/YmMLL90ccw</a>
&mdash; William Samoei Ruto, PhD (@WilliamsRuto) <a href="https://twitter.com/WilliamsRuto/status/1914244303334842649?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 21, 2025</a></blockquote>

Kenya president praises Pope Francis's 'commitment to inclusivity'

The White House on Monday expressed its condolences after the death aged 88 of&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis.
"Rest in Peace,&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis," the US presidency wrote on X, accompanied by photos of the pontiff meeting President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance on separate occasions.
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Rest in Peace, Pope Francis. ✝️ <a href="https://t.co/8CGwKaNnTh">pic.twitter.com/8CGwKaNnTh</a>
&mdash; The White House (@WhiteHouse) <a href="https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/status/1914246037125857689?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 21, 2025</a></blockquote>
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White House: ‘Rest in Peace, Pope Francis’

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed sent his "deepest condolences" after the death of&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis on Monday.&nbsp;
"May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may his legacy of compassion, humility, and service to humanity continue to inspire generations to come," Abiy wrote in a post on X.&nbsp;
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I extend my deepest condolences on the passing of Pope Francis <a href="https://twitter.com/Pontifex?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Pontifex</a>. May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may his legacy of compassion, humility, and service to humanity continue to inspire generations to come. <a href="https://t.co/TBQQ9kT0NG">pic.twitter.com/TBQQ9kT0NG</a>
&mdash; Abiy Ahmed Ali 🇪🇹 (@AbiyAhmedAli) <a href="https://twitter.com/AbiyAhmedAli/status/1914237010874663172?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 21, 2025</a></blockquote>

Ethiopian PM praises Pope Francis's 'legacy of compassion'

The bells at Paris's Notre-Dame cathedral rang out 88 times on Monday in honour of&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis, who died aged 88, according to news agency AFP.
The "88 rings for 88 years of life" were to be followed by a full ringing of the cathedral's bells before a noon mass in Francis's honour, followed by another in early evening, according to the Notre-Dame press office.

Paris Notre-Dame cathedral bells ring out 88 times in honour of Pope

Irish Prime Minister Michael Martin hailed&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis's solidarity with the "poor, the marginalised, and the oppressed" &nbsp;after the&nbsp;pope&nbsp;died on Monday.
"Pope&nbsp;Francis' long and distinguished papacy was marked by his unwavering commitment to the principles of compassion, peace and human dignity" said Martin, adding that he would be remembered for his "expression of pain and shame" about historic child abuses in the Catholic Church during his 2018 visit to Ireland.

Irish PM says Pope Francis 'spoke out for the poor'

US Vice President JD Vance, who met Pope Francis on Sunday (Apr 20), a day before his passing, said that he was "happy to see him", however he was "obviously very ill".
"I just learned of the passing of Pope Francis. My heart goes out to the millions of Christians all over the world who loved him. I was happy to see him yesterday, though he was obviously very ill. But I&rsquo;ll always remember him for the below homily he gave in the very early days of COVID. It was really quite beautiful. May God rest his soul," he wrote in a post on X.
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I just learned of the passing of Pope Francis. My heart goes out to the millions of Christians all over the world who loved him. I was happy to see him yesterday, though he was obviously very ill. But I&rsquo;ll always remember him for the below homily he gave in the very early days&hellip;
&mdash; JD Vance (@JDVance) <a href="https://twitter.com/JDVance/status/1914239114406191255?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 21, 2025</a></blockquote>

'He was obviously very ill', US Vice President JD Vance on pope's death

The death of&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis on Monday "is a profound loss for the entire world, as as he was a voice of peace, love and compassion," Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said.
Extending his condolences, Sisi said the late Catholic leader was an exceptional global figure who "worked tirelessly to promote tolerance and build bridges of dialogue ... and was a champion of the Palestinian cause, defending legitimate rights and calling for an end to conflict".

Egypt's Sisi says Pope Francis 'was a voice of peace, love and compassion'

A mass for&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis will be held on Wednesday morning at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said.&nbsp;
In a WhatsApp message, the Patriarchate announced a "mass at the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre" on Wednesday at 1230 GMT "presided over by His Beatitude Cardinal Pizzaballa and members of the Assembly of Catholic Ordinaries".&nbsp;

Mass for pope to be held Wednesday in Church of Holy Sepulchre: Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "Deeply pained by the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. In this hour of grief and remembrance, my heartfelt condolences to the global Catholic community. Pope Francis will always be remembered as a beacon of compassion, humility and spiritual courage by millions across the world. From a young age, he devoted himself towards realising the ideals of Lord Christ. He diligently served the poor and downtrodden. For those who were suffering, he ignited a spirit of hope."
"I fondly recall my meetings with him and was greatly inspired by his commitment to inclusive and all-round development. His affection for the people of India will always be cherished. May his soul find eternal peace in God&rsquo;s embrace," he added.
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Deeply pained by the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. In this hour of grief and remembrance, my heartfelt condolences to the global Catholic community. Pope Francis will always be remembered as a beacon of compassion, humility and spiritual courage by millions across the&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/QKod5yTXrB">pic.twitter.com/QKod5yTXrB</a>
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1914239482129453417?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 21, 2025</a></blockquote>

'His affection for the people of India will always be cherished,' says PM Modi on pope's death

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said "a great man has left us" after&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis died on Monday.
"Pope&nbsp;Francis has returned to the Father's home. It is deeply sad news, because a great man has left us," Meloni said in a statement.

'A great man has left us', says Italy's Meloni on pope's death

Pope Francis Death News | Pope Francis died on Monday aged 88, a day after making a much hoped-for appearance at Saint Peter's Square on Easter Sunday, the Vatican said in a statement.

Pope Francis Death News: Pope Francis died on Monday aged 88, a day after making a much hoped-for appearance at Saint Peter's Square on Easter Sunday, the Vatican said in a statement. Pope Francis Death News and Updates of Vatican City "This morning at 7:35 am (0535 GMT) the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father," said Cardinal Kevin Farrell in the statement published by the Vatican on its Telegram channel.

Pope Francis Death | Pontiff's will reveals his choice of humble resting place - St. Mary Major Basilica

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pope-francis">Pope Francis</a> died of a stroke and irreversible heart failure, the director of health of the Vatican City State, Andrea Arcangeli, said in a death certificate released on Monday (Apr 21). The 88-year-old Catholic leader died on Monday morning, after he was discharged from a five-week stay in hospital for double pneumonia.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/deciphering-church-traditions-why-did-pope-francis-change-his-name-from-jorge-mario-bergoglio-8986305">Deciphering Church traditions: Why did Pope Francis change his name from Jorge Mario Bergoglio?</a>
Pope Francis died at 7:35 am in his apartment at the Santa Marta residence in the Vatican. According to the certificate published by the Vatican, the pope had fallen into a coma before passing away early on Monday.&nbsp;
The pontiff died of &ldquo;cerebral stroke, coma, irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse&rdquo;, the death certificate said. It added that he had already been affected by a previous episode of acute respiratory failure during his hospital treatment for double pneumonia.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/soul-of-a-warrior-how-pope-francis-battled-near-death-experience-to-spread-messages-of-peace-8986601">Soul of a warrior: How Pope Francis battled near-death experiences to spread messages of peace</a>
Pope had also suffered from multiple bronchiectases, arterial hypertension, and Type 2 diabetes, which were not known earlier.
<h2>Burial in St. Mary Major Basilica</h2>
In his final testament, Pope Francis stated that he wished to be buried in Rome&rsquo;s Basilica of Saint Mary Major and not at St. Peter&rsquo;s Basilica in the Vatican, where many of the previous pontiffs were buried.
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In his final will, released by the Vatican, Francis specified that he wanted to be buried &ldquo;in the ground, without particular decoration&rdquo;. His will had an inscription of his papal name in Latin: Franciscus.
<h2>Pope&rsquo;s last message</h2>
Just a day before his demise, the Pope made a public appearance on the occasion of Easter on Sunday (Apr 20), where 35,000 gathered in St. Peter&rsquo;s Square to hear his message. As per tradition, he delivered the &ldquo;Urbi et Orbi&rdquo; blessing, which means &ldquo;to the city and the world.&rdquo;
Watch | Vatican To Hold First Public Prayer For Pope Francis In St. Peter's Square
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Pope Francis&rsquo; last message was read aloud by Archbishop Diego Ravelli, in which he called for peace in war-torn regions like Gaza, Ukraine, Congo and Myanmar.

Pope Francis died at 7:35 am in his apartment at the Santa Marta residence in the Vatican. According to the certificate published by the Vatican, the pope had fallen into a coma before passing away early on Monday. World

Pope Francis died of a stroke and irreversible heart failure, the director of health of the Vatican City State, Andrea Arcangeli, said in a death certificate released on Monday (Apr 21). The 88-year-old Catholic leader died on Monday morning, after he was discharged from a five-week stay in hospital for double pneumonia. Also read | Deciphering Church traditions: Why did Pope Francis change his name from Jorge Mario Bergoglio? Pope Francis died at 7:35 am in his apartment at the Santa Marta residence in the Vatican. According to the certificate published by the Vatican, the pope had fallen into a coma before passing away early on Monday. The pontiff died of “cerebral stroke, coma, irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse”, the death certificate said. It added that he had already been affected by a previous episode of acute respiratory failure during his hospital treatment for double pneumonia. Also read | Soul of a warrior: How Pope Francis battled near-death experiences to spread messages of peace Pope had also suffered from multiple bronchiectases, arterial hypertension, and Type 2 diabetes, which were not known earlier. Burial in St. Mary Major Basilica In his final testament, Pope Francis stated that he wished to be buried in Rome’s Basilica of Saint Mary Major and not at St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, where many of the previous pontiffs were buried. Also read | Pope Francis Death | Pontiff's will reveals his choice of humble resting place - St. Mary Major Basilica In his final will, released by the Vatican, Francis specified that he wanted to be buried “in the ground, without particular decoration”. His will had an inscription of his papal name in Latin: Franciscus. Pope’s last message Just a day before his demise, the Pope made a public appearance on the occasion of Easter on Sunday (Apr 20), where 35,000 gathered in St. Peter’s Square to hear his message. As per tradition, he delivered the “Urbi et Orbi” blessing, which means “to the city and the world.” Watch | Vatican To Hold First Public Prayer For Pope Francis In St. Peter's Square Pope Francis’ last message was read aloud by Archbishop Diego Ravelli, in which he called for peace in war-torn regions like Gaza, Ukraine, Congo and Myanmar.

Pope Francis' cause of death revealed: Pontiff died of stroke and heart failure, says Vatican

US Defence Secretary <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pete-hegseth">Pete Hegseth</a> has responded to a reporter at the White House on Monday (Apr 21) following allegations of sharing sensitive military information with his wife, brother, and lawyer.
It is the second time the Pentagon chief has been accused of leaking confidential information about airstrikes on Yemen on the Signal messaging app to unauthorised people.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/signal-group-chat-leak-trumps-defense-secretary-hegseth-shared-details-of-yemen-attack-with-his-wife-and-family-8983897">Signal group chat leak: Trump's defence secretary Hegseth 'shared' details of Yemen attack with his wife and family</a>
&ldquo;This is what the media does. They take anonymous sources from disgruntled former employees and then they try to slash and burn people and ruin their reputations,&rdquo; Hegseth said, adding, &ldquo;Not going to work with me.&rdquo;
Hegseth is facing increasing criticism with three ex-staffers and a former Pentagon press secretary calling for him to be removed from the position. Several Democratic lawmakers have also voiced similar views on Hegseth.
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&ldquo;Trump&rsquo;s Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has now leaked classified military plans TWICE -- this time through a unsecured Signal chat on a personal device to friends and family. He's a walking national security disaster and needs to resign or be fired,&rdquo; Representative Jim McGovern said.
Senators Mark Warner, Andy Kim and Elissa Slotkin have also called for Hegseth to quit.
&ldquo;Our military and our country deserve serious leaders. If he cared about the institution he's leading, he should man up, acknowledge he's a distraction to the military's mission, and resign,&rdquo; said Slotkin.
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However, US President Donald Trump has backed Hegseth, saying &ldquo;he&rsquo;s doing a great job&rdquo; and dismissed the reports, calling them &ldquo;fake news&rdquo;.
<h2>Signal chat leaks</h2>
Last month, The Atlantic magazine revealed that its editor-in-chief was added in a Signal chat where top Trump officials, including Hegseth and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, discussed the March 15 Yemen strikes. The incident sparked criticism of the Trump administration, prompting a Pentagon inspector general&rsquo;s probe into Hegseth&rsquo;s use of Signal.
Watch | Signal Gate 2.0: US Defence Secretary Hegseth Mired In Controversy
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On Sunday (Apr 20), the New York Times and CNN reported that the Pentagon chief had shared information in another Signal group chat on the same strikes. Reportedly, the information disclosed by Hegseth included flight schedules for warplanes that targeted Yemen&rsquo;s Huthi rebels.
The reports citing anonymous sources added that the chat included his wife, Jennifer, a journalist and former Fox News producer. The group also included his brother Phil and lawyer Tim Parlatore, both of whom serve in roles at the Pentagon.
Last week, three senior officials were removed amid the ongoing investigations into the alleged leaks.

It is the second time the Pentagon chief has been accused of leaking confidential information about airstrikes on Yemen on the Signal messaging app to unauthorised people. World | Trending

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has responded to a reporter at the White House on Monday (Apr 21) following allegations of sharing sensitive military information with his wife, brother, and lawyer. It is the second time the Pentagon chief has been accused of leaking confidential information about airstrikes on Yemen on the Signal messaging app to unauthorised people. Also read | Signal group chat leak: Trump's defence secretary Hegseth 'shared' details of Yemen attack with his wife and family “This is what the media does. They take anonymous sources from disgruntled former employees and then they try to slash and burn people and ruin their reputations,” Hegseth said, adding, “Not going to work with me.” Hegseth is facing increasing criticism with three ex-staffers and a former Pentagon press secretary calling for him to be removed from the position. Several Democratic lawmakers have also voiced similar views on Hegseth. Also read | Pentagon students sue Pete Hegseth for banning THESE books “Trump’s Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has now leaked classified military plans TWICE -- this time through a unsecured Signal chat on a personal device to friends and family. He's a walking national security disaster and needs to resign or be fired,” Representative Jim McGovern said. Senators Mark Warner, Andy Kim and Elissa Slotkin have also called for Hegseth to quit. “Our military and our country deserve serious leaders. If he cared about the institution he's leading, he should man up, acknowledge he's a distraction to the military's mission, and resign,” said Slotkin. Also read | US ‘will not allow’ Chinese influence over Panama Canal: Defense Secretary Hegseth However, US President Donald Trump has backed Hegseth, saying “he’s doing a great job” and dismissed the reports, calling them “fake news”. Signal chat leaks Last month, The Atlantic magazine revealed that its editor-in-chief was added in a Signal chat where top Trump officials, including Hegseth and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, discussed the March 15 Yemen strikes. The incident sparked criticism of the Trump administration, prompting a Pentagon inspector general’s probe into Hegseth’s use of Signal. Watch | Signal Gate 2.0: US Defence Secretary Hegseth Mired In Controversy On Sunday (Apr 20), the New York Times and CNN reported that the Pentagon chief had shared information in another Signal group chat on the same strikes. Reportedly, the information disclosed by Hegseth included flight schedules for warplanes that targeted Yemen’s Huthi rebels. The reports citing anonymous sources added that the chat included his wife, Jennifer, a journalist and former Fox News producer. The group also included his brother Phil and lawyer Tim Parlatore, both of whom serve in roles at the Pentagon. Last week, three senior officials were removed amid the ongoing investigations into the alleged leaks.

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Former Indian High Commissioner to Canada, Ajay Bisaria, played down the influence of Khalistani elements on Canadian politics, calling it a &lsquo;disproportionate capture&rsquo; by a vocal and strategically active anti-India group.
Bisaria said that the Khalistani groups have been around for over 40 years, and are unlikely to play a significant role in determining the outcome of the April 28 elections in Canada. &ldquo;There is a certain capture, a disproportionate capture by a very smart and active anti-India Khalistani group. But this is a structural reality in Canadian politics for four decades. We have seen this in operation for a while, and these folks have a certain capture, but this election is not about them. I mean, they will not be a major determinant of the fate of the April 28 elections because I would argue that this election is about Trump,&rdquo; Bisaria said in an interview with ANI.
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Justin Trudeau&rsquo;s successor, Mike Carney, has also spoken about a Canada-India thaw. Before he was elected to succeed Justin Trudeau as the next Prime Minister of Canada, Carney had also hinted of &ldquo;rebuilding relationships with India&rdquo; if he assumed the top post. Ties between Delhi and Ottawa soured significantly over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada.

World | India News: Former Indian High Commissioner Ajay Bisaria also said that he was hopeful of improvement in India-Canada relations and even progress on a trade agreement.

Former Indian High Commissioner to Canada, Ajay Bisaria, played down the influence of Khalistani elements on Canadian politics, calling it a ‘disproportionate capture’ by a vocal and strategically active anti-India group. Bisaria said that the Khalistani groups have been around for over 40 years, and are unlikely to play a significant role in determining the outcome of the April 28 elections in Canada. “There is a certain capture, a disproportionate capture by a very smart and active anti-India Khalistani group. But this is a structural reality in Canadian politics for four decades. We have seen this in operation for a while, and these folks have a certain capture, but this election is not about them. I mean, they will not be a major determinant of the fate of the April 28 elections because I would argue that this election is about Trump,” Bisaria said in an interview with ANI. Also Read | China detonates hydrogen bomb, creates devastating effect without using nuclear material Bisaria also said that he was hopeful of improvement in India-Canada relations and even progress on a trade agreement. “The broader point I am making is that we are at an inflection point and if Canada is talking in its national interest and not in the interest of a small vocal minority, which is smart at capturing parts of the polity, I would say that after the election, we still have good prospects to build this relationship, exchanging high commissioners possibly, even signing a trade agreement.” “I would argue that this is a time to stabilise the relationship and normalise it, not withstanding this 40-year problem of vocal Khalistan is trying queer the pitch,” he added. Also Read | Rahul Gandhi questions EC’s credibility at Boston event, BJP slams him for defaming India Justin Trudeau’s successor, Mike Carney, has also spoken about a Canada-India thaw. Before he was elected to succeed Justin Trudeau as the next Prime Minister of Canada, Carney had also hinted of “rebuilding relationships with India” if he assumed the top post. Ties between Delhi and Ottawa soured significantly over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada.

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The Kremlin said on Monday (April 21) that the position of US President Donald Trump's administration on ruling out NATO membership for Ukraine gave Moscow satisfaction, but declined to comment on Trump's hopes for a deal this week.
US envoy General Keith Kellogg said on Sunday that NATO membership was "off the table" for Ukraine. Trump has repeatedly said that previous US support for Ukraine's bid to join NATO was a cause of the war.
"We have heard from Washington at various levels that Ukraine's membership in NATO is excluded," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters." Of course, this is something that causes our satisfaction and coincides with our position."
Peskov said that Ukrainian membership of the U.S.-led alliance would "pose a threat to the national interests of the Russian Federation. And, in fact, this is one of the root causes of this conflict."
Putin has repeatedly said that Russia would be willing to end the war if Ukraine officially dropped its NATO ambitions and withdraw its troops from the entirety of the territory of four Ukrainian regions claimed and mostly controlled by Russia.
Reuters reported in November that Putin was ready to negotiate a deal with Trump, but would refuse to make major territorial concessions and would insist Kyiv abandon ambitions to join NATO.
Trump said on Sunday he hopes Russia and Ukraine will make a deal this week to end the conflict in Ukraine.
Asked about those remarks, Peskov said: "I don't want to make any comments right now, especially about the time frame."
"President Putin and the Russian side remain open to seeking a peaceful settlement. We are continuing to work with the American side and, of course, we hope that this work will yield results," Peskov said.
He refused to comment directly on a Bloomberg report that the United States is prepared to recognise Russian control of Crimea as part of a broader peace agreement.
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The Kremlin said on Monday (April 21) that the position of US President Donald Trump's administration on ruling out NATO membership for Ukraine gave Moscow satisfaction, but declined to comment on Trump's hopes for a deal this week. US envoy General Keith Kellogg said on Sunday that NATO membership was "off the table" for Ukraine. Trump has repeatedly said that previous US support for Ukraine's bid to join NATO was a cause of the war. "We have heard from Washington at various levels that Ukraine's membership in NATO is excluded," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters." Of course, this is something that causes our satisfaction and coincides with our position." Peskov said that Ukrainian membership of the U.S.-led alliance would "pose a threat to the national interests of the Russian Federation. And, in fact, this is one of the root causes of this conflict." Putin has repeatedly said that Russia would be willing to end the war if Ukraine officially dropped its NATO ambitions and withdraw its troops from the entirety of the territory of four Ukrainian regions claimed and mostly controlled by Russia. Reuters reported in November that Putin was ready to negotiate a deal with Trump, but would refuse to make major territorial concessions and would insist Kyiv abandon ambitions to join NATO. Trump said on Sunday he hopes Russia and Ukraine will make a deal this week to end the conflict in Ukraine. Asked about those remarks, Peskov said: "I don't want to make any comments right now, especially about the time frame." "President Putin and the Russian side remain open to seeking a peaceful settlement. We are continuing to work with the American side and, of course, we hope that this work will yield results," Peskov said. He refused to comment directly on a Bloomberg report that the United States is prepared to recognise Russian control of Crimea as part of a broader peace agreement. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State, died at the age of 88 on Monday (Apr 21).&nbsp;
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Vice President JD Vance on Monday (Apr 21) held negotiations for a comprehensive India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi raised questions on the credibility of the Election Commission of India by alleging irregularities in the Maharashtra assembly elections while speaking at an event in Boston.
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The South Lawn of the White House was buzzing with excitement on Monday (April 21) as families gathered for the 147th edition of the White House Easter Egg Roll, a cherished American tradition dating back to 1878.
US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted the annual White House Easter Egg Roll with almost 30,000 eggs, even as egg prices remain exorbitant.
Children under the age of 13, selected through a national lottery, joined President Trump, the First Lady Melania, and White House staff for a festive morning filled with games, music, and patriotic flair.
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First Lady Melania Trump Reads to Children at the 2025 White House Easter Egg Roll <a href="https://t.co/mpY2k7Ap0l">https://t.co/mpY2k7Ap0l</a>
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The event this year includes corporate sponsorships, a departure from the sponsorship by the American Egg Board previously. The egg board used to sponsor the event to avoid having corporate sponsors on the White House grounds. Sponsors who paid $200,000 received a &ldquo;custom 30&rsquo;x30&rsquo; branded activation&rdquo; as well as four tickets to the WHEER brunch with Melania Trump and a choice of a meet and greet or a tour of the White House, reported CBS News. Sponsorship packages were available for $125,000 and $75,000. Several companies, including Big Tech firms like Amazon, YouTube, and Meta, are sponsoring several event stations.&nbsp;
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The theme of this year&rsquo;s egg roll acknowledges the upcoming 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S., with children signing mini versions of the Declaration of Independence and dressing up as the Founding Fathers. Winners of a lottery in all 56 states and territories and children with political connections attend the event. Trump said that as many as 42,000 people were expected at the White House throughout the day.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;Easter is special, and it&rsquo;s one of our favourite days. It&rsquo;s one of our favourite periods of time. We&rsquo;re honouring Jesus Christ, and we&rsquo;re going to honour Jesus Christ very powerfully throughout our lives,&rdquo; said Trump.&nbsp; &ldquo;We're bringing religion back in America. We&rsquo;re bringing a lot of things back, but religion is coming back to America.&rdquo;
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.<a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a>: "We're honoring Jesus Christ and we're going to honor Jesus Christ very powerfully throughout our lives ... not just now, all throughout our lives." 🙏 <a href="https://t.co/aS6QIDBY5G">pic.twitter.com/aS6QIDBY5G</a>
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The White House Easter Egg Roll officially began in 1878 when President Rutherford B. Hayes opened the South Lawn to children who usually rolled eggs on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol. However, some accounts of informal egg-rolling events date back to the presidency of Abraham Lincoln, the White House website states.
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World: US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted the annual White House Easter Egg Roll with almost 30,000 eggs, even as egg prices remain exorbitant.

The South Lawn of the White House was buzzing with excitement on Monday (April 21) as families gathered for the 147th edition of the White House Easter Egg Roll, a cherished American tradition dating back to 1878. US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted the annual White House Easter Egg Roll with almost 30,000 eggs, even as egg prices remain exorbitant. Children under the age of 13, selected through a national lottery, joined President Trump, the First Lady Melania, and White House staff for a festive morning filled with games, music, and patriotic flair. First Lady Melania Trump Reads to Children at the 2025 White House Easter Egg Roll https://t.co/mpY2k7Ap0l — The White House (@WhiteHouse) April 21, 2025 The event this year includes corporate sponsorships, a departure from the sponsorship by the American Egg Board previously. The egg board used to sponsor the event to avoid having corporate sponsors on the White House grounds. Sponsors who paid $200,000 received a “custom 30’x30’ branded activation” as well as four tickets to the WHEER brunch with Melania Trump and a choice of a meet and greet or a tour of the White House, reported CBS News. Sponsorship packages were available for $125,000 and $75,000. Several companies, including Big Tech firms like Amazon, YouTube, and Meta, are sponsoring several event stations. .@POTUS and @FLOTUS signal the start of the 2025 White House Easter Egg Roll pic.twitter.com/nBFWeY36zY — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) April 21, 2025 The theme of this year’s egg roll acknowledges the upcoming 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S., with children signing mini versions of the Declaration of Independence and dressing up as the Founding Fathers. Winners of a lottery in all 56 states and territories and children with political connections attend the event. Trump said that as many as 42,000 people were expected at the White House throughout the day. Also Read | Rahul Gandhi questions EC’s credibility at Boston event, BJP slams him for defaming India “Easter is special, and it’s one of our favourite days. It’s one of our favourite periods of time. We’re honouring Jesus Christ, and we’re going to honour Jesus Christ very powerfully throughout our lives,” said Trump. “We're bringing religion back in America. We’re bringing a lot of things back, but religion is coming back to America.” .@POTUS: "We're honoring Jesus Christ and we're going to honor Jesus Christ very powerfully throughout our lives ... not just now, all throughout our lives." 🙏 pic.twitter.com/aS6QIDBY5G — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) April 21, 2025 The White House Easter Egg Roll officially began in 1878 when President Rutherford B. Hayes opened the South Lawn to children who usually rolled eggs on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol. However, some accounts of informal egg-rolling events date back to the presidency of Abraham Lincoln, the White House website states. Also Read | China detonates hydrogen bomb, creates devastating effect without using nuclear material The celebrations on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol grew so popular in the 1870s that President Ulysses S. Grant signed a bill banning egg-rolling events on the grounds due to landscape concerns. In 1878, a group of children approached the gates of the White House in the hope that they would be allowed to play egg-rolling games on the grounds. Hayes let the children in, and the White House event became an annual tradition. In 1889, President Benjamin Harrison added the U.S. Marine Band to the event. The planning of the event has traditionally been the task of First Ladies, with Lou Hoover adding folk dancing while Pat Nixon included the now-traditional egg roll races.

‘We're bringing religion back in America,’ says Trump as he and Melania host White House Easter Egg Roll

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Vice President JD Vance on Monday (Apr 21) welcomed "significant progress" in negotiations for a comprehensive India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement, with a focus on mutual welfare and economic cooperation.
Vice President Vance, accompanied by Second Lady Usha Vance, their children, and senior US officials, is on a four-day official visit to India&mdash;his first since taking office. He is also scheduled to visit Jaipur and Agra.
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<h2>Towards a mutually beneficial trade agreement</h2>
Meeting in New Delhi, the two leaders reviewed key areas of bilateral partnership, including energy, defence, and strategic technologies. They also exchanged views on regional and global issues, emphasising dialogue and diplomacy as the path forward.
As per a press release, Prime Minister and Vice President Vance reviewed and positively assessed the progress in various areas of bilateral cooperation.
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"They welcomed the significant progress in the negotiations for a mutually beneficial India-U.S. Bilateral Trade Agreement focused on the welfare of the people of the two countries. Likewise, they noted continued efforts towards enhancing cooperation in energy, defence, strategic technologies and other areas. The two leaders also exchanged views on various regional and global issues of mutual interest, and called for dialogue and diplomacy as the way forward," the release said.
PM Modi recalled his January visit to Washington, where discussions with President Trump laid the groundwork for strengthened ties under the vision of "Make America Great Again" and "Viksit Bharat 2047".
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"Prime Minister fondly recalled his visit to Washington DC in January and his fruitful discussions with President Trump, which laid down the roadmap for close cooperation between India and the US, leveraging the strengths of Make America Great Again (MAGA) and Viksit Bharat 2047," read the release.
Modi extended his best wishes to the Vance family and also conveyed warm greetings to President Trump, expressing anticipation for his visit to India later this year.
Following the meet, Vance took to X and said that he looks "forward to working under President Trump&rsquo;s leadership to strengthen our friendship and cooperation with the people of India!"
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It was an honor to see Prime Minister Modi this evening. He&rsquo;s a great leader and he was incredibly kind to my family. I look forward to working under President Trump&rsquo;s leadership to strengthen our friendship and cooperation with the people of India! <a href="https://t.co/pCWmxcFjw8">https://t.co/pCWmxcFjw8</a>
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The visit comes at a critical time in India-US trade relations, with ongoing negotiations following Washington&rsquo;s move to impose reciprocal tariffs. The US has temporarily reduced tariffs on most trade partners to 10 per cent for 90 days to allow talks to progress.

Discover the pivotal India-US trade talks as PM Modi and VP JD Vance celebrate significant progress towards a comprehensive bilateral trade agreement in New Delhi.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Vice President JD Vance on Monday (Apr 21) welcomed "significant progress" in negotiations for a comprehensive India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement, with a focus on mutual welfare and economic cooperation. Vice President Vance, accompanied by Second Lady Usha Vance, their children, and senior US officials, is on a four-day official visit to India—his first since taking office. He is also scheduled to visit Jaipur and Agra. Also read | Trump hopes Russia-Ukraine deal would happen 'this week,' Kremlin declines to comment Towards a mutually beneficial trade agreement Meeting in New Delhi, the two leaders reviewed key areas of bilateral partnership, including energy, defence, and strategic technologies. They also exchanged views on regional and global issues, emphasising dialogue and diplomacy as the path forward. As per a press release, Prime Minister and Vice President Vance reviewed and positively assessed the progress in various areas of bilateral cooperation. Also read | Not 'innocent': Trump administration's flip-flop deportation adds to American man's woes in El Salvador "They welcomed the significant progress in the negotiations for a mutually beneficial India-U.S. Bilateral Trade Agreement focused on the welfare of the people of the two countries. Likewise, they noted continued efforts towards enhancing cooperation in energy, defence, strategic technologies and other areas. The two leaders also exchanged views on various regional and global issues of mutual interest, and called for dialogue and diplomacy as the way forward," the release said. PM Modi recalled his January visit to Washington, where discussions with President Trump laid the groundwork for strengthened ties under the vision of "Make America Great Again" and "Viksit Bharat 2047". Also read | Russia resumes attacks on Ukraine after Easter truce "Prime Minister fondly recalled his visit to Washington DC in January and his fruitful discussions with President Trump, which laid down the roadmap for close cooperation between India and the US, leveraging the strengths of Make America Great Again (MAGA) and Viksit Bharat 2047," read the release. Modi extended his best wishes to the Vance family and also conveyed warm greetings to President Trump, expressing anticipation for his visit to India later this year. Following the meet, Vance took to X and said that he looks "forward to working under President Trump’s leadership to strengthen our friendship and cooperation with the people of India!" It was an honor to see Prime Minister Modi this evening. He’s a great leader and he was incredibly kind to my family. I look forward to working under President Trump’s leadership to strengthen our friendship and cooperation with the people of India! https://t.co/pCWmxcFjw8 — JD Vance (@JDVance) April 21, 2025 The visit comes at a critical time in India-US trade relations, with ongoing negotiations following Washington’s move to impose reciprocal tariffs. The US has temporarily reduced tariffs on most trade partners to 10 per cent for 90 days to allow talks to progress.

PM Modi, US VP JD Vance hail 'significant progress' in India-US trade talks during vital New Delhi meeting

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pope-francis">Pope Francis</a>, the head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State, died at the age of 88 on Monday (Apr 21). The pontiff spent about five weeks in hospital battling pneumonia for five weeks, where he nearly lost his life two times, before he was discharged on March 23 following improvement in health.
<h2>Doctors considered ending Pope&rsquo;s treatment</h2>
According to a Reuters report, Pope Francis came so close to death one time during his fight against illness that his doctors considered ending treatment so he could die in peace.
Francis, who had part of one lung removed as a young man, suffered two &ldquo;very critical moments during his hospital stay in which his life was in danger.
&ldquo;There was a real risk he might not make it,&rdquo; said Sergio Alfieri, a physician at Rome's Gemelli hospital.
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According to the Vatican, Pope Francis almost choked on his own vomit after he suffered a breathing &ldquo;crisis&rdquo; on February 28. On March 3, the pontiff experienced &ldquo;two episodes of acute respiratory failure&rdquo;, which was the third health crisis he suffered during his stay in the hospital. Both times, Pope Francis&rsquo; health improved.
&ldquo;We had to choose if we would stop there and let him go, or to go forward and push it with all the drugs and therapies possible, running the highest risk of damaging his other organs,&rdquo; Alfieri told Italy's Corriere della Sera in an interview.
&ldquo;In the end, we took this path,&rdquo; he said.
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Pope returned to the Vatican on March 23 after facing the most serious health crisis of his 12-year papacy.
<h2>Pope&rsquo;s long hospital stay</h2>
The 88-year-old Pope was admitted to Rome's Gemelli Hospital on February 14 after complaining of breathing difficulties. He was initially diagnosed with bronchitis, but this developed into pneumonia in both lungs. He also underwent blood transfusions to bring up his haemoglobin levels.&nbsp;
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Despite his advancing age and number of health problems, Pope Francis never took a day off. After he was discharged, he was ordered to undergo a two-month convalescence period before returning to normal life.
In recent years, he underwent a surgery on his colon and a hernia operation, as well as a previous stay in hospital with bronchitis.
<h2>Pope&rsquo;s last message on peace</h2>
Just a day before his demise, the Pope made a public appearance on the occasion of Easter on Sunday (Apr 20), where 35,000 gathered in St. Peter&rsquo;s Square to hear his message. As per tradition, he delivered the &ldquo;Urbi et Orbi&rdquo; blessing, which means &ldquo;to the city and the world.&rdquo;
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Pope Francis&rsquo; last message was read aloud by Archbishop Diego Ravelli, in which he called for peace in war-torn regions like Gaza, Ukraine, Congo and Myanmar.

Pope Francis came so close to death one time during his fight against illness that his doctors considered ending treatment so he could die in peace. World.

Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State, died at the age of 88 on Monday (Apr 21). The pontiff spent about five weeks in hospital battling pneumonia for five weeks, where he nearly lost his life two times, before he was discharged on March 23 following improvement in health. Doctors considered ending Pope’s treatment According to a Reuters report, Pope Francis came so close to death one time during his fight against illness that his doctors considered ending treatment so he could die in peace. Francis, who had part of one lung removed as a young man, suffered two “very critical moments during his hospital stay in which his life was in danger. “There was a real risk he might not make it,” said Sergio Alfieri, a physician at Rome's Gemelli hospital. Also read | Deciphering Church traditions: Why did Pope Francis change his name from Jorge Mario Bergoglio? According to the Vatican, Pope Francis almost choked on his own vomit after he suffered a breathing “crisis” on February 28. On March 3, the pontiff experienced “two episodes of acute respiratory failure”, which was the third health crisis he suffered during his stay in the hospital. Both times, Pope Francis’ health improved. “We had to choose if we would stop there and let him go, or to go forward and push it with all the drugs and therapies possible, running the highest risk of damaging his other organs,” Alfieri told Italy's Corriere della Sera in an interview. “In the end, we took this path,” he said. Also read | Swiss Guard began rehearsing for Pope Francis' funeral after he warned his close aides he 'might not make it this time' Pope returned to the Vatican on March 23 after facing the most serious health crisis of his 12-year papacy. Pope’s long hospital stay The 88-year-old Pope was admitted to Rome's Gemelli Hospital on February 14 after complaining of breathing difficulties. He was initially diagnosed with bronchitis, but this developed into pneumonia in both lungs. He also underwent blood transfusions to bring up his haemoglobin levels. Watch | Pope Francis dies: Latin America's first pontiff leaves behind powerful Easter message Despite his advancing age and number of health problems, Pope Francis never took a day off. After he was discharged, he was ordered to undergo a two-month convalescence period before returning to normal life. In recent years, he underwent a surgery on his colon and a hernia operation, as well as a previous stay in hospital with bronchitis. Pope’s last message on peace Just a day before his demise, the Pope made a public appearance on the occasion of Easter on Sunday (Apr 20), where 35,000 gathered in St. Peter’s Square to hear his message. As per tradition, he delivered the “Urbi et Orbi” blessing, which means “to the city and the world.” Also read | Pope Francis, the playful pontiff - Remembering the humour sense and kind-hearted gestures of beloved pope who died at age of 88 Pope Francis’ last message was read aloud by Archbishop Diego Ravelli, in which he called for peace in war-torn regions like Gaza, Ukraine, Congo and Myanmar.

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Gaza's civil defence agency on Monday accused the Israeli military of carrying out "summary executions" in the killing of 15 rescue workers last month, rejecting the findings of an internal probe by the army.
The medics and other rescue workers were killed when responding to distress calls near Gaza's southern city of Rafah early on March 23, days into Israel's renewed offensive in the Hamas-run territory.
Among those killed were eight Red Crescent staff members, six from the Gaza civil defence rescue agency and one employee of UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, according to the UN humanitarian agency OCHA and Palestinian rescuers.
"The video filmed by one of the paramedics proves that the Israeli occupation's narrative is false and demonstrates that it carried out summary executions," Mohammed Al-Mughair, a civil defence official, told AFP, accusing Israel of seeking to "circumvent" its obligations under international law.
Following the shooting, the Red Crescent released a video recovered from the phone of one of the victims. It does not show executions, but it does directly contradict the version of events initially put forward by the Israeli military.
In particular, the video shows clearly that the ambulances were travelling with sirens, flashing lights and headlights on. The military had claimed the ambulances were travelling "suspiciously" and without lights.
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The incident drew international condemnation, including concern about possible war crimes from UN human rights commissioner Volker Turk.
An Israeli military investigation into the incident released on Sunday "found no evidence to support claims of execution" or "indiscriminate fire" by its troops, but admitted to operational failures and said it was firing a field commander.
It said six of those killed were militants, revising an earlier claim that nine of the men were fighters.
The dead, who were buried in sand by Israeli forces, were only recovered several days after the attack from what the UN human rights agency OCHA described as a "mass grave".
The Palestine Red Crescent Society denounced the report as "full of lies".
"It is invalid and unacceptable, as it justifies the killing and shifts responsibility to a personal error in the field command when the truth is quite different," Nebal Farsakh, spokesperson for the Red Crescent, told AFP.
The Israeli investigation said there were three shooting incidents in the area on that day.
In the first, soldiers shot at what they believed to be a Hamas vehicle.
In the second, around an hour later, troops fired "on suspects emerging from a fire truck and ambulances", the military said.
The probe determined that the fire in the first two incidents resulted from an "operational misunderstanding by the troops".
In the third incident, the troops fired at a UN vehicle "due to operational errors in breach of regulations", the military said.
Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.
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World news: An Israeli military investigation into the incident released on Sunday "found no evidence to support claims of execution" or "indiscriminate fire" by its troops, but admitted to operational failures and said it was firing a field commander.

Gaza's civil defence agency on Monday accused the Israeli military of carrying out "summary executions" in the killing of 15 rescue workers last month, rejecting the findings of an internal probe by the army. The medics and other rescue workers were killed when responding to distress calls near Gaza's southern city of Rafah early on March 23, days into Israel's renewed offensive in the Hamas-run territory. Among those killed were eight Red Crescent staff members, six from the Gaza civil defence rescue agency and one employee of UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, according to the UN humanitarian agency OCHA and Palestinian rescuers. "The video filmed by one of the paramedics proves that the Israeli occupation's narrative is false and demonstrates that it carried out summary executions," Mohammed Al-Mughair, a civil defence official, told AFP, accusing Israel of seeking to "circumvent" its obligations under international law. Following the shooting, the Red Crescent released a video recovered from the phone of one of the victims. It does not show executions, but it does directly contradict the version of events initially put forward by the Israeli military. In particular, the video shows clearly that the ambulances were travelling with sirens, flashing lights and headlights on. The military had claimed the ambulances were travelling "suspiciously" and without lights. - Operational failures - The incident drew international condemnation, including concern about possible war crimes from UN human rights commissioner Volker Turk. An Israeli military investigation into the incident released on Sunday "found no evidence to support claims of execution" or "indiscriminate fire" by its troops, but admitted to operational failures and said it was firing a field commander. It said six of those killed were militants, revising an earlier claim that nine of the men were fighters. The dead, who were buried in sand by Israeli forces, were only recovered several days after the attack from what the UN human rights agency OCHA described as a "mass grave". The Palestine Red Crescent Society denounced the report as "full of lies". "It is invalid and unacceptable, as it justifies the killing and shifts responsibility to a personal error in the field command when the truth is quite different," Nebal Farsakh, spokesperson for the Red Crescent, told AFP. The Israeli investigation said there were three shooting incidents in the area on that day. In the first, soldiers shot at what they believed to be a Hamas vehicle. In the second, around an hour later, troops fired "on suspects emerging from a fire truck and ambulances", the military said. The probe determined that the fire in the first two incidents resulted from an "operational misunderstanding by the troops". In the third incident, the troops fired at a UN vehicle "due to operational errors in breach of regulations", the military said. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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