Pope Francis, King Charles III and President Joe Biden are among the world leaders who have paid tribute to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who died this morning at the Vatican at the age of 95.
Pope Francis
"It is with emotion that we remember his person, so noble and so kind. And we feel in our heart such gratitude to God for having gifted him to the Church and the world. Only God knows the sacrifices he offered for the good of the Church. We owe him thanks for his testimony of faith and prayer, especially in these final years of retired life."
