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Emma Ayers

eayers@washingtontimes.com

Emma Ayers was the culture and faith reporter for The Washington Times.

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A faithful holds a portrait of late Pope Francis at the Basílica de San José de Flores, where he worshipped as a youth, following the Vatican's announcement of his death in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Monday, April 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Gustavo Garello)

Vatican releases Pope Francis’ cause of death

The Vatican has confirmed the Pope's official cause of death, saying Monday afternoon that the late pontiff had suffered a cerebral stroke and subsequent irreversible heart failure.

April 21, 2025