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Pope Francis: 250,000 Expected at Historic Funeral

4/25/2025

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Pope Francis' Funeral

Pope Francis' body rests in solemn tribute at St. Peter's Basilica, where over 19,000 mourners have already paid their respects. His funeral on Saturday is anticipated to draw a staggering 250,000 attendees, including world leaders. In honor of his legacy, Italy has declared five days of national mourning, culminating in a poignant minute of silence during the service.

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Pope Francis' Passing

Pope Francis, at 88 years old, passed away on Easter Monday, marking the start of a profound mourning period for the Catholic Church. The College of Cardinals will gather in the Sistine Chapel for a conclave to elect his successor, anticipated to take place within 15 to 20 days. Leading candidates include Cardinal Pietro Parolin and Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle.

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Pope Francis' Funeral

Pope Francis' body rests in solemn tribute at St. Peter's Basilica, where over 19,000 mourners have already paid their respects. His funeral on Saturday is anticipated to draw a staggering 250,000 attendees, including world leaders. In honor of his legacy, Italy has declared five days of national mourning, culminating in a poignant minute of silence during the service.

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