Since becoming pope in 2013, Francis has traveled extensively but has never returned to his homeland, Argentina.
Many Argentines have long hoped for a visit, but with his health deteriorating due to double pneumonia, the possibility seems increasingly unlikely. Some see this as a missed opportunity for Argentina, given his deep cultural ties to the country. His former spokesman described him as having a 'tango soul,' emphasizing his connection to Buenos Aires.
Despite his global influence, his absence from Argentina remains a point of curiosity and disappointment for many.
.Here are the top political news stories for today.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Pope Francis, the Argentine pontiff who never returned home
Argentines have long waited for Pope Francis to visit the homeland he left in 2013 to become the head of the Roman Catholic Church. With his health delicate as he battles double pneumonia, the return seems increasingly unlikely now to happen.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Pope Francis, the Argentine Pontiff Who Has Never Returned Home
Guillermo Marco, former spokesman for the pope when he was Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, told Reuters it had been a "wasted opportunity" for Argentina. Francis, he said, had a "tango soul" - a reference to the music and dance that has its origins in the back streets of Buenos Aires.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Join in on more popular conversations.
