United Kingdom, April 21 -- King Charles has led tributes to Pope Francis following his death on Easter Monday (21.04.25).

The Catholic world was plunged into mourning after the Pontiff passed away on Monday morning aged 88 following weeks of health issues which included a battle with double pneumonia and bronchitis - and now leaders from across the globe have mourned the loss of the Pope and applauded his contribution during his 12-year papacy.

The King said in a statement: "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 h...