Iran’s top officials hail Pope Francis as voice for global peace in posthumous tribute

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
February for a severe respiratory crisis that developed into double pneumonia.Despite a brief recovery and discharge last month, his
condition deteriorated irreversibly
legacy
on environmental stewardship, interfaith dialogue, and advocacy for refugees and the poor
Yet his final months were clouded by debates over his declining health and capacity to lead.Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi echoed
of peace
critiques of militarism and inequality earned admiration from the Global South, even as they drew scrutiny from conservative quarters within
rallying cry
This article first appeared/also appeared in Tehran Times