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Pope Leo XIV Calls for Peace and Unity in First Address

Robert Francis Prevost, the first American pope, begins his papacy with a message of reconciliation and continuity with Francis's reforms.

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost Becomes Pope León XIV, First U.S.-Born Pontiff

White Smoke Signals Election of New Pope in Quickest Conclave in a Century

US Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost Elected Pope Leo XIV

Robert Francis Prevost Elected as Pope Leone XIV, First American Pontiff

Papal Conclave Begins with 133 Cardinals Voting in Seclusion

Cardinals Begin Conclave to Elect New Pope

Vatican Confirms May 7 Start for Papal Conclave with 133 Electors

Pope Francis Lies in State in St. Peter’s Basilica as Global Leaders Prepare for Funeral

Pope Francis’s Funeral Set for April 26 as World Leaders Confirm Attendance

Pope Francis Dies at 88 After Final Easter Blessing

Pope Francis Dies at 88; Funeral Set for Saturday in St. Peter’s Square