⚡️ Pope Francis has died, Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican camerlengo announced
Key Facts: Pope Francis Passes Away at Age 88
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: timeslive.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: timeslive.co.za
- Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88.
- Cardinal Kevin Farrell announced the Holy Father's death with deep sorrow.
- The Pope was known for his dedication to the poor and marginalized, as well as his commitment to Gospel values.
- His funeral rites will be simplified to reflect the faith in the risen Christ.
"Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis."— Cardinal Kevin Farrell in a statement released by the Vatican.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
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- The Trump administration's approach makes the mineral deal appear more business-oriented, questioning the US commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty.
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Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euromaidanpress.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euromaidanpress.com
- On April 18, Japan announced a loan of approximately $3 billion to Ukraine, part of the G7’s ERA mechanism utilizing frozen Russian assets.
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- The funds will support priority budget needs and aid in Ukraine's reconstruction, serviced by future profits from immobilized Russian sovereign assets.
- Japan has provided over $8.5 billion in budget support to Ukraine in the past three years.
Today’s agreement will not only help meet our urgent budget needs but also serves as further confirmation of Japan’s sincere commitment to the common values that unite our countries.— Serhii Marchenko, Ukraine’s Finance Minister, regarding the agreement with Japan.
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