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Catholic Cardinals Conclude Final Debates Ahead of Papal Conclave

With the Sistine Chapel closed for preparations, cardinals focus on financial reform and internal discipline before the May 7 election of Pope Francis's successor.

El cardenal argentino Ángel Rossi, centro, sale de la reunión de la congregación general, este miércoles.
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La Capilla Sixtina se prepara para el Cónclave que elegirá al nuevo Papa.
Los cardenales Matteo Zuppi (derecha) y Claudio Gugerotti hablan minutos antes de la quinta misa de las novendiales por la memoria de Francisco, ayer, en la basílica de San Pedro. | EFE

Overview

  • The Catholic Church's nine-day mourning period for Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21, is concluding as the papal conclave nears.
  • The Sistine Chapel has been closed to the public to facilitate logistical preparations, including the installation of the chimney for smoke signals and the stove for ballot burning.
  • Cardinals under 80 years old, totaling 133, are holding final congregations to discuss key issues, including Vatican financial reform and internal discipline challenges.
  • Debates on financial sustainability have highlighted concerns over declining donations and deficits, with some cardinals proposing adjustments to Francis's reforms.
  • Controversies persist, including the attendance of sanctioned Cardinal Juan Luis Cipriani and reports of age falsifications by Cardinals John Njue and Philippe Ouédraogo.