Lukashenko expressed condolences over death of Pope Francis

President of Belarus Aleksandr Lukashenko has sent condolences to Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, on the death of Pope Francis, sb.by reports with reference to the Belarusian leader’s press service

“It is with great sadness that Belarus learned of the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. His many years of service to Christ were filled with love for the flock, for all people and for the whole world. As a true humanist and defender of the interests of the common man, the Pope has made an invaluable contribution to ensuring social equality and justice. The Pope’s work has become a testimony to his deep faith, wisdom and humanism,” the message of condolence said.

Aleksandr Lukashenko expressed his conviction that for all those who had the honour of meeting His Holiness, he will forever remain an example of courage, dignity and fidelity to Christian ideals.

“I fondly remember the official visit to the Vatican and the thoughts that Francis and I exchanged in cordial letters. I am grateful for his work to strengthen mutually respectful relations between Belarus and the Holy See. Please accept, Your Eminence, my sincere condolences and words of support in connection with this grave loss,” the Head of State said in his message.