These are world leaders attending Papa Francis' funeral.

Donald Trump

The American president was one of the first to confirm that he would fly to Rome, adding that he would be joined by First Lady Melanie Trump.

Writing on his social media platform, Port Social on Monday, he said: “Melanie and I will go to Papa Francis' funeral in Rome. We can't wait to be there! ”

Pope Francis had been critical of Trump during his term. In January, he called a <x0)turp” if Trump would continue with his immigration policy, telling an Italian television: “This would make immigrants who have nothing to pay the unpaid bill. It doesn't work. That is not the way to solve problems. ”

Sir Keir Starmer

The British prime minister has received an invitation and will attend the ceremony.

Speaking on Tuesday, Sir Keir said the last 24 hours had seen “a flow of grief and love” for the Pope. He added: “I think this reflects the high appreciation he had, not only from millions of Catholics, but many others worldwide, including me. ”

Volodymyr Zelensky

Ukrainian President, who met with the Pope three times, has also confirmed participation, according to a source in his office.

In his message, Zelensky said Ukraine was grieving over the loss of the Pope and remembered how he often prayed for peace in Ukraine.

Emmanuel Macro

French President Emmanuel Macron told local journalists he would go to Papa Francis' funeral.

In his message Monday, Macron told the Pope: “in this time of war and brutality, he had a feeling for the other, for the most fragile. ”

Javier Mile

Argentina President Javier Mile, who was born in Papa Francisescu's country, will attend, despite his insults to the pope in recent years.

Before taking office in December 2023, the extreme right politician called Pope “an imbicil, representative of evil on Earth”.

However, in his message to the late Pope, Mile wrote: “with deep pains I learned this sad morning that Pope Francis, Jorge Bergoglio, has passed away today and is now resting in peace. Despite the differences that seem minor today, being able to recognize him in his goodness and wisdom was a real honor to me. ”

Lula da Silva

Brazilian President Lula da Silva, and First Lady Janja Lula da Silva will also be present at the Pope's funeral, the country's government announced.

Brazil has declared a seven-day mourning for the Pope. In his jam, President Lula said: “Humanization is losing a voice of respect and welcome to others today. ”

He added that Pope Francis lived and propagand love, tolerance and solidarity, which are the basis of Christian teachings.

Ursula von der Leyeen

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyeen confirmed that she would attend Pope Francescu's funeral, naming it a worldwide inspiration.

He inspired millions, far beyond the Catholic Church, with his humility and love so pure for less luck,” she said in her homage.

Who wouldn't be there?

Vladimir Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend the Pope's funeral, the Kremlin has confirmed.

However, the Russian leader homazhe Pope wrote a message to Cardinal Kevin Farell, who is acting chief of the Catholic Church:

Please accept my deepest condolences for separating from the life of His Holiness, Pope Francis. ”

Throughout his years of papacy, Pope Francis actively promoted the development of dialogue between the Russian Orthodox Church and the Roman Catholic Church, as well as constructive co-operation between Russia and the Holy See. /Periscope