“There can be no peace without freedom of religion, freedom of thought, freedom of expression and respect for the views of others,” the address read.

Following the speech, the pope greeted the crowd while riding in an open-top vehicle.

The pope has passed away at the age of 88. He had been dealing with ongoing health issues and had spent significant time in the hospital. Just four weeks ago, he was discharged from Rome’s Gemelli Hospital after being admitted for a month.

Even after his release, doctors emphasized that he still needed time to recover from the serious illness he had been fighting.

Because of his declining health, the pope was unable to attend most of the Holy Week ceremonies—something that hadn’t happened since his papacy began in 2013. He was notably absent from the Stations of the Cross at the Colosseum on Friday and the Easter Vigil at Saint Peter’s Basilica on Saturday, where cardinals stepped in to carry out his duties.

He was also absent from the traditional foot-washing ceremony on Thursday, which commemorates the moment Jesus Christ washed the feet of His disciples.

However, on Saturday, he made a short appearance to greet those who had gathered.

Pope Francis leaves behind a powerful and lasting legacy—one defined by his unwavering faith and deep integrity. His impact will be remembered for generations.

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