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Vatican Conclave Prepares to Elect New Pope as Cardinals Finalize Priorities

All 133 cardinal-electors have arrived in Rome, with secrecy measures in place and final discussions shaping the next pontiff's profile ahead of the May 7 conclave opening.

Des cardinaux arrivent pour assister à la messe du 9e jour des novendiales à la basilique Saint-Pierre au Vatican, le 4 mai 2025
Mort du Pape François: l’entrée en conclave se fera le mercredi 7 mai
Les pompiers du Vatican installent la cheminée sur le toit de la chapelle Sixtine au Vatican, le 2 mai 2025, avant le début du conclave. De cette cheminée sortira la fumée blanche qui signalera l'élection d'un nouveau pape.
Des cardinaux assistent à une messe au septième jour des novemdiales à l’intention du pape François, à la basilique Saint-Pierre, au Vatican, le 2 mai.

Overview

  • The conclave to elect the successor to Pope Francis will begin on May 7 at 4:30 PM in the Sistine Chapel, with 133 cardinal-electors voting in secret until a two-thirds majority is reached.
  • The Vatican has completed preparations, including the installation of the Sistine Chapel chimney, signal jamming systems, and the swearing-in of support staff under strict oaths of secrecy.
  • Cardinal-electors from 70 countries, the most diverse group in history, have convened for closed-door congregations to outline the Church's challenges and the desired qualities of the next pope.
  • Technological measures, such as a complete mobile signal blackout within Vatican City starting May 7, will ensure the confidentiality of the election process.
  • The next pope will face significant global challenges, including addressing sexual abuse scandals, environmental crises, and internal Church divisions, as well as navigating a rapidly changing world.