Georgian Prime Minister expresses condolences over death of Pope Francis

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze on Monday expressed his condolences over the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis.

“Deeply saddened by the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. His legacy of peace, compassion, and unity will live on. On behalf of the people of Georgia, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the Catholic community around the world”, the Georgian PM said in a social media message.

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta.

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The Pope was admitted to the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic Hospital on February 14, after suffering from a bout of bronchitis for several days.

Pope Francis’ clinical situation gradually worsened, and his doctors diagnosed bilateral pneumonia on February 18.

After 38 days in hospital, the late Pope returned to his Vatican residence at the Casa Santa Marta to continue his recovery.