It is already official. The funeral of Pope Francis will be held next Saturday The world and the Vatican will live in the second papal burial in less than five years, after Benedict’s burial in early 2023. At the request of himself, The funeral will be more strengthening So Like your coffin (From wood and interior covered with zinc), which will not be more beautiful like other heads of the Catholic Church.
Among the first to confirm his assistance to the President of the United States, Donald Trumpfrom He will travel to Roma with his wife Melania. Trump highlighted the legacy of an inch with a message about social networks: “Lick in peace, Pope Francis! God bless him and everyone who loved him!”
President of Ukraine, Folomer Zelinskyand He also confirmed his existenceHighlighting the commitment of Pope Francis to peace in Ukraine and his support for the Ukrainians during the years of conflict. On the other hand, from Russia, President Vladimir Putin will not attend the funeral, according to his spokesman, Dmitry Peskov. However, Russia is expected to appoint an actorAlthough the decision has not been announced yet.
European leaders are led by international delegations
The European Union will represent presidents European Commission, Ursula von der Lin; From the European Council, Antonio Costa; From the European Parliament, Roberta Missola. Von der Lynn remembered Pope Francis as evidence of “a more fair, peaceful and emotional world.”
Kings Felipe VI and LetiziaThe that already came to register in the book of condolences, will lead the Spanish delegation. What has not yet been confirmed is the visit of Pedro Sanchez, although Felix PolianiusMinister of Presidency, He confirmed that Spain will be represented A delegation “at the height of love” to Francisco.
French President, Emmanuel Macron confirmed his helpHighlighting the Pope’s commitment to the most vulnerable. King Felipe and Queen Matild de Belgium, who described the ink as “a great man, will be close to the most humble and anxious about the problems of the world.”
From the United Kingdom, Prime Minister Care Starmer will represent his countryS, according to the Downg Street. Portugal will be represented by its president, Marcelo Riblo de Sousa, and the Prime Minister of Acting, Louis Montenegro. Other assurances It includes Switzerland President, Karen Keeler Street, and the President temporary Romania, Eli Paole.
The rest of the European property, such as the Belgian, also confirmed their help. King Felipe and Queen Matilde will go to Saturday to Di Bergolio funeral. On the part of the British Crown, Guillermo, Prince of Wales and Knowing if the property remainsDanishMonaco or Durat Luxembourg will come to the date.
Doubt also by other properties such as Guillermo and Máxima de Holland. The funeral coincides with the big day of the Netherlands They may not go, but they send an actor. On northern matters, Norwegian kings, as well as Swedish are also doubts but this time for health reasons. The former needs several interventions Recently due to Swedish discomfort and ownership, with Silvia from Sweden in the head, a ski accident.
Reactions from other parts of the world
In Asia, China expressed its condolences Through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and expressed his willingness to improve bilateral relations with the Vatican, though Not What is the representation you will get at the funeral.
