Staunchly Catholic Philippines begins period of mourning for Pope Francis

MANILA (Reuters) – The Philippines began a period of national mourning for Pope Francis on Wednesday, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr ordering flags on all state buildings across the staunchly Roman Catholic country to fly at half-mast to honour the pontiff. Read full story

Source : https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2025/04/23/staunchly-catholic-philippines-begins-period-of-mourning-for-pope-francis

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