Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend Pope Francis’s funeral.
“No. The president has no such plans,” Putin’s spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters when asked if Putin, who is subject to the ICC warrant for the alleged forced deportation of children during Russia’s offensive on Ukraine, would go to Saturday’s funeral.
Blueprint reports that the funeral for the late pontiff will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
Several world leaders are expected to attend the ceremony including the presidents of Brazil, the United States and France announcing plans to be available to pay the late pope their last respect.
Representatives of various religions and churches will also gather for the funeral.
Pope Francis passed away Easter Monday on April 21 at the age of 88.
AFP