Dr Aafia Siddiqui, a prominent neurophysician and leader of the Aafia Movement, today expressed her condolences following the passing of Pope Francis.
In her statement, Dr Siddiqui extended heartfelt sympathies to the global Christian community, acknowledging Pope Francis’s efforts in advocating for peace and justice. She reflected on his legacy, emphasizing his final calls to end conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine and his wishes for peace, mercy, and support for those in need.
Dr Siddiqui hopes that the new Pope will uphold Pope Francis’s legacy, encouraging unity among people of various faiths to eradicate wars, conflicts, and injustices worldwide.