President Kirchner puts aside 'grievances' against pope
Argentina's President Cristina Kirchner has congratulated Pope Francis in a card on her Twitter page.
But local newspapers in Argentina are commenting on the President's acrimonious relationship with the new pope, who was formerly Archbishop of Buenos Aires.
The pair clashed publicly over the subject of same-sex marriage in 2010.
According to the popular daily Clarin, Kirchner's own husband, Former President Néstor Kirchner, has reportedly said there were "ups and downs" in their relationship.
Pope's 'childhood sweetheart' reveals why the pair split
A woman who claims she was once the girlfriend of Pope Francis said the pair broke up because he wanted to become a priest.
Pope Francis' first day as Pontiff
Pope Francis put his humility on display during his first day today, stopping by his hotel to pick up his luggage and pay the bill himself.
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