Pope Francis Passes Away: Former French President François Hollande confirms Pope's strong commitment to the Paris Climate Agreement

"Pope Francis' fierce determination to persuade even the stubbornest nations to embrace the Paris Agreement on climate change in 2015 was publicly praised by ex-French President François Hollande on April 21, 2025," Hollande said on France Inter, following the pontiff's demise.

: ** stepping into the spotlight:** Kevin Farrell, the Cardinal Camerlengo, a prominent figure within the Vatican, assumes control during the interim.

The Pope tried to sway "certain countries" that, up until the last moment, showed caution or even reservations. French diplomacy pleaded with the Pope to step in, whenever required, with these nations. "I don't know if he intervened bilaterally or in a more discreet manner," Hollande commented, "but the Pope's resolve was unwavering in convincing even the last skeptics," he appreciated.

The Vatican's diplomatic network packs a punch, Hollande reminded. The Pope's statements, whether public or private, hold considerable weight. His commitment towards urging the mobilization of Catholics and the Vatican for the ratification and conclusion of the Paris accords didn't cease, the former French president guaranteed.

The significance of the Camerlengo

In the Apostolica Sede Vacans (the period of papal vacancy), the Camerlengo wields substantial administrative power:

Officially confirming the Pope's death and preparing the body for burial.
Administration of assets, ensuring continuity of Church operations.
Sealing the Pope's study, bedroom, and papal apartment.
Informing the cardinal vicar for Rome about the Pope's death.
Organizing the late Pope's funeral.

As the interim leader during this period, Cardinal Farrell takes charge, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Holy See until a new pope is elected.

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