His Majesty King Abdullah has offered his condolences to “Christian brothers and sisters” over the passing of Pope Francis.

After the Argentine pontiff's death on Monday, April 21, the King remembered Pope Francis, in a post on X platform, as a beacon of compassion, humility and kindness. 

“Deepest condolences to our Christian brothers and sisters around the world. Pope Francis was admired by all as the Pope of the People. He brought people together, leading with kindness, humility, and compassion. His legacy will live on in his good deeds and teachings,” His Majesty wrote. 

Pope Francis died on Monday aged 88. He spent 38 days being treated for double pneumonia at Rome's Gemelli hospital before seeming to recover and leaving the facility on March 23.

"Dearest brothers and sisters, it is with deep sorrow that I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis," said Cardinal Kevin Farrell in the statement published by the Vatican on its Telegram channel.