Pope Francis
On May 7, the conclave of cardinals will begin to elect the successor to Pope Francis. The longest conclave lasted 1006 days, the shortest – a few hours.
Conservative Catholics are pushing for the election of a Pope who would uphold traditional values and be an ally of the United States. They criticize Francis' liberal policies.
Martin Scorsese is producing a documentary about Pope Francis's engagement with cinema. The film includes the Pope's last expansive interview on camera.
Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, who was the oldest person in the world, has died at the age of 116. The title has passed to 115-year-old Ethel Caterham from England.
The coffin of the late Pope Francis was delivered to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in a Ram 1500 Popemobile. The car has minimal modifications, which allowed to say goodbye to the pontiff.
US President Donald Trump has stated that he would like to become the new Pope. At the same time, he noted that he has no specific wishes regarding the candidacy of the new Pontiff.
Cardinal Becciu, convicted of financial crimes, has announced that he will not participate in the conclave. He submitted to the will of the late Pope Francis to contribute to unity.
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In the Vatican, cardinals will secretly gather on May 7 to elect a new Pope. About 135 cardinals will participate in the conclave.
The Sistine Chapel in the Vatican has been closed to tourists in connection with preparations for the conclave to elect a new Pope after the death of Francis. The elections are expected to take place between May 5 and 10.
Pope Francis donated almost all of his money, about 200,000 euros, to a juvenile prison in Rome. The funds went to pay off the mortgage for a pasta factory at the prison.
After the funeral of Pope Francis, his tomb in Santa Maria Maggiore was opened to visitors. An increase in pilgrims to the church is expected, where other pontiffs are also buried.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Cardinal Zuppi, discussing the return of Ukrainian children kidnapped by Russia. The President noted the Vatican's assistance and the importance of a strategic partnership with the United States.
Donald Trump appeared at the funeral of Pope Francis in the Vatican in a blue suit, violating the dress code. Many considered this a sign of disrespect, while other world leaders adhered to dark tones.
The Vatican broke protocol so that Vladimir Zelensky would sit in the front row at the funeral of Pope Francis, next to Trump and Macron. This ensured him a prominent place at the ceremony.
The funeral ceremony of Pope Francis was held in accordance with the Ordo Exsequiarum Romani Pontificis, presided over by the Cardinal Camerlengo, and concluded at 1:30 PM. The coffin arrived in Rome.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Donald Trump in the Vatican. They discussed the protection of Ukrainians and a complete ceasefire for lasting peace.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will meet with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky in Rome on Saturday afternoon. The meeting will take place as part of the funeral of Pope Francis.
Donald Trump has completed his visit to Italy. It remains unclear whether another meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy took place after their conversation in the morning.
Pope Francis will be buried in the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome. He is the first Pope since 1903 to be buried outside the Vatican, as he has always visited this place.
The funeral mass for Pope Francis has ended in St. Peter's Square. The coffin with the body will be transferred to the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome for burial.
The funeral of Pope Francis is taking place in the Vatican. He bequeathed to be buried in a simple wooden coffin, reflecting his modesty as the leader of the Catholic Church.
Sources report that Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy met at the Vatican. They agreed to hold another meeting after the funeral of Pope Francis.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in the Vatican for the funeral of Pope Francis. His wife Olena Zelenska is with him in the delegation.
Sources report that Trump may meet with Zelenskyy in Rome and believes that the Ukrainian leader has no choice but to sign the proposal. Trump threatens to withdraw from the peace process next week if no agreement is reached.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has landed in Rome to attend the funeral of Pope Francis. He arrived with his wife, Olena Zelenska, and a Ukrainian delegation.
The coffin of Pope Francis was closed in the Vatican after the farewell ceremony. About 200,000 people are expected to attend the funeral, and the cause of death is said to be a stroke.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha honored Pope Francis at the Vatican. He also met with Cardinal Mykola Bychko, discussing support for Ukraine and Ukrainians in the world.
Donald Trump, heading to the funeral of Pope Francis, announced the possibility of a meeting with Vladimir Zelensky. They will sit separately due to the French alphabetical order of seating delegations.
According to police, about 200,000 people will attend Pope Francis' funeral. About a million people will try to see the procession in Rome.