The President of the Republic, Petr Pavel, sent a telegram of condolence to the Dean of the College of Cardinals, Giovanni Battista Re, on the death of His Holiness Pope Francis.
Your Eminence,
It is with deep emotion and sorrow that I received the news of the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis.
Pope Francis was a figure of fundamental influence not only for the Catholic Church but for the entire world. His kindness, unwavering commitment to truth, and boundless love for people were a gift to all. He was a respected spiritual leader whose sincerity, strength of spirit, and natural humility touched countless people.
Your Eminence, on behalf of the citizens of the Czech Republic, on my own behalf and on behalf of my wife, I would like to express my most sincere and deepest condolences.
In respect
Petr Pavel
President of the Czech Republic