Overview

• Pope Francis passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, following complications from a severe pneumonia and a recent stroke.
• The Vatican has announced nine days of mourning, with funeral dates to be finalized after the cardinals' first meeting on April 22.
• Global leaders, including Donald Trump, Emmanuel Macron, and Volodymyr Zelensky, have confirmed their attendance at the funeral, expected later this week.
• In accordance with his testament, Pope Francis will be buried in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in a simple tomb inscribed only with 'Franciscus.'
• Preparations for the conclave to elect the next pope will begin shortly, with the process expected to take place 15–20 days after his death.