The Vatican has announced the funeral details for Pope Francis, who passed away unexpectedly on Monday at the age of 88 after suffering a Stroke and cardiac arrest.
His funeral will take place in St.
Peter’s Square on Saturday, with public viewing starting on Wednesday in St.
Peter’s Basilica.
Known for his reformist views, Pope Francis chose a simple wooden casket for his burial at St.
Mary Major Basilica, breaking tradition.
This video covers the latest developments on the funeral, the public's response, and the upcoming conclave to elect his successor.
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