An unquestioning acceptance was expected and the emphasis was on self-sacrifice, renunciation of the self and conforming to life in community.

Source: https://timesofmalta.com/articles/view/they-ignored-tears-ignored-unhappiness.1034697

However, Benedict XVI has opened up a new path: It is the first renunciation of a pope made not because he was under pressure or incapacitated but because he was lucidly aware that he no longer had the strength to carry forward the boat of Peter.

Source: https://www.ncregister.com/cna/analysis-a-closer-look-at-the-ceremonial-details-of-benedict-xvi-s-funeral

The Russian Embassy in Tallinn is currently not processing citizenship renunciation requests, according to its website.

Source: https://news.err.ee/1608855380/russian-embassy-in-estonia-halts-processing-of-citizenship-renunciation