HM the King, Commander of the Faithful, Condoles Pope Francis over Passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

In the message, the Sovereign said he learned with deep sorrow the news of the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, may God have him in His holy mercy.

On this painful occasion, HM the King expresses to His Holiness Pope Francis and, through him, to the Christian world and the Catholic Church in particular, His deep condolences and sincere feelings of compassion, imploring the Most High to grant them patience and comfort and to surround the deceased with His infinite mercy.