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31 Dec 2022

Former Pope Benedict XVI dies aged 95

The King has led tributes to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI who has died at the age of 95.

King Charles praised his “constant efforts to promote peace and goodwill to all people.”

Pope Benedict was elected as the 265th Pope in 2005 but became the first pontiff in 600 years to resign, citing his old age and declining health.