Tributes from world leaders pour in after Pope Francis' death

Tributes to Pope Francis poured in on Monday, as presidents, prime ministers and other world leaders reacted to the news of his death.

Watch "Francis: The People's Pope 1936-2025," Tuesday at 10 p.m. ET / 9 p.m. CT on ABC.

The White House on issued a short statement, saying, "Rest in Peace, Pope Francis," alongside photos of the pontiff meeting President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.

Trump met with Francis and the Vatican's secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, on May 24, 2017, in Vatican City, according to the U.S. State Department.

Vance had a brief meeting with the pope at the Vatican on Sunday, moments before Francis' public appearance on the balcony on the facade of St. Peter's Basilica.

"My heart goes out to the millions of Christians all over the world who loved him," Vance said.

Trump took to social media on Monday saying, "Rest in Peace Pope Francis! May God Bless him and all who loved him!"

Former President Joe Biden said Pope Francis will be remembered as one of the most consequential leaders of our time.

"As Pope, he was a loving pastor and challenging teacher who reached out to different faiths. He commanded us to fight for peace and protect our planet from a climate crisis. He advocated for the voiceless and powerless. He made all feel welcome and seen by the Church. He promoted equity and an end to poverty and suffering across the globe," Biden said.

Former President Barack Obama reflected on the death of the pope, saying "may we continue to heed his call to "never remain on the sidelines of this march of living hope."

Former Vice President Mike Pence shared his condolences over the passing of Pope Francis in a social media post on Monday, calling him a "good and godly man."

"The time we spent with His Holiness at the Vatican in 2020 was one of our greatest honors of my life," Pence wrote.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Bill Clinton sent condolences on Monday afternoon about the passing of Pope Francis.

Harris called the Pope a "visionary leader."

"Pope Francis was a visionary leader who dedicated his life to service and justice," Harris wrote in a post on X. "He encouraged us to protect our planet, championed a more inclusive church, and cared for all of God's children - especially the most vulnerable among us. Doug and I pray for His Holiness, and we join people around the world in mourning his loss."

Clinton, in a statement, wrote, "By his own example, he taught that every human being's personal search-even a Pope's-for a purposeful life was meaningful and important, and that power and politics must always make room for compassion and coexistence."

French President Emmanuel Macron also issued a statement remembering Francis for wanting "Church to bring joy and hope to the poorest."

"From Buenos Aires to Rome, Pope Francis wanted the Church to bring joy and hope to the poorest. May it unite people with each other and with nature. May this hope continually revive beyond him," Macron said in a statement in French. "My wife and I send our thoughts to all Catholics and to the grieving world."

Britain's King Charles and his wife, Camilla, were "deeply saddened" to learn of the pope's death, the monarch said in a statement on Monday, weeks after the pair met with Francis on a state visit to Italy.

"His Holiness will be remembered for his compassion, his concern for the unity of the Church and for his tireless commitment to the common causes of all people of faith, and to those of goodwill who work for the benefit of others," Charles' Monday statement said in part.

He added, "His belief that care for Creation is an existential expression of faith in God resounded with so many across the world. Through his work and care for both people and planet, he profoundly touched the lives of so many."

The first Pontiff from Latin America was known for his humility and is the first to take the name Francis in honor of Francis of Assisi.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog hailed the pontiff's "boundless compassion," saying he sent his "deepest condolences to the Christian world.

"A man of deep faith and boundless compassion, he dedicated his life to uplifting the poor and calling for peace in a troubled world," Herzog's statement read in part.

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola said Francis' "contagious smile captured millions of people's hearts across the globe"

"Europe mourns the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. His contagious smile captured millions of people's hearts across the globe," he said. "'The People's Pope' will be remembered for his love for life, hope for peace, compassion for equality & social justice. May he rest in peace."

Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof said Francis was "a leader who recognised the burning issues of our day and called attention to them" "and that he was "in every way a man of the people."

"The global Catholic community bids farewell to a leader who recognised the burning issues of our day and called attention to them," Schoof said. "With his sober way of life, acts of service and compassion, Pope Francis was a role model for many - Catholics and non-Catholics alike. We remember him with great respect."

Ukrainian President Zelensky said Pope Francis "knew how to give hope, ease suffering through prayer, and foster unity."

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.