The President of Religions for Peace Europe, Prof. Genti Kruja, attended the funeral ceremony of Pope Francis, as part of the official protocol of the world’s leading organizations in the field of interreligious dialogue. On this historic occasion, Prof. Kruja represented Religions for Peace International on behalf of the Secretary General of RfP International, Dr. Francis Kuria.

Prof. Kruja was accompanied by Dr. Luigi De Salvia, President of Religions for Peace Italy. Their participation highlighted the significant role that Religions for Peace, as the largest global interfaith network, plays in promoting dialogue, cooperation, and peacebuilding among religious communities worldwide.

Pope Francis, who led the Catholic Church for many years with dedication, humility, and a profound vision for peace, justice, and human solidarity, leaves behind a powerful legacy of strengthening interreligious dialogue and defending human dignity. The funeral ceremony stood as a testament to the universal respect he earned throughout his life and the indelible impact he made in building bridges between religions and nations./Vatican/April 26, 2025.