emirates7 - The Muslim Council of Elders, under the leadership of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, along with its respected members and Secretary-General Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam, mourns the passing of Pope Francis, the Head of the Catholic Church, who died today at the age of 88.

Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam highlighted Pope Francis’s lifelong dedication to serving humanity and promoting the principles of dialogue, tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and human fraternity. He consistently championed the rights and dignity of the vulnerable, including the poor, refugees, and displaced individuals, setting a powerful example of compassion and emerging as a monumental religious figure whose humanitarian contributions will continue to inspire generations to come.

Together with His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Pope Francis co-authored the landmark Document on Human Fraternity—a transformative declaration hailed as one of the most impactful texts in contemporary history.

The Muslim Council of Elders offers its heartfelt condolences to the Catholic Church leadership, Christian communities, and all those who advocate for peace and harmony across the world. "We pray that Almighty Allah grants comfort, strength, and patience to Pope Francis’s loved ones and all who admired him in this time of mourning."