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Pope Francis’s Funeral to Draw 200,000 Mourners and Global Leaders to Vatican

The April 26 ceremony at St. Peter’s Basilica will feature a simplified liturgy led by Cardinal Re, followed by a rare entombment at Santa Maria Maggiore.

Vatican Tightens Protocols as Crowds Mourn Pope Francis Ahead of Funeral

India’s National Mourning for Pope Francis to Conclude with Funeral on April 26

Pope Francis Dies Peacefully at Vatican Residence Following Stroke

Global Leaders and Millions of Pilgrims Gather in Rome for Pope Francis’ Funeral

Pope Francis's Body Draws Thousands to St. Peter’s Basilica as Funeral Preparations Continue

Oscar-Winning Film 'Conclave' Sees Viewership Surge After Pope Francis's Death

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Pope Francis Lies in State as Vatican Prepares for Funeral and Global Attendance

Pope Francis Lies in State as World Leaders Confirm Attendance for Funeral

Pope Francis Lies in State as Vatican Prepares for Funeral and Conclave

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

Pope Francis’s Death Sparks Reflection on His Transformative Ecological Vision

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

Pope Francis Dies at 88 After Final Easter Blessing

Canonization of Carlo Acutis Delayed Following Pope Francis's Death

Pope Francis Dies at 88 Following Final Easter Blessing

Pope Francis Reappears at St. Peter’s Basilica During Recovery

Pope Francis Appears for Easter Blessing, Calls for Peace in Gaza

Trump Commits to Official Italy Visit as Vance Meets Pope Francis in Vatican Talks

Pope Francis Visits Prison as He Continues Recovery During Holy Week

Pope Francis Prepares for Limited Easter Participation Amid Recovery

Pope Francis Makes Surprise Visit to Basilica Amid Recovery

King Charles III Marks Historic Milestones During Italian State Visit

Pope Francis Makes Unannounced Public Appearance at St. Peter's Square

Pope Francis Makes Surprise Appearance at St. Peter's Square During Recovery

Pope Francis’ Medical Team Reveals Near-Death Decision During Hospitalization

Pope Francis Recovering After Critical Health Crisis That Nearly Claimed His Life

King Charles and Queen Camilla Postpone Vatican Visit as Pope Francis Recovers

Doctors Reveal Near-Termination of Pope Francis's Treatment During Critical Health Crisis

Pope Francis Returns to Vatican After First Public Appearance Since Hospitalization

Pope Francis Returns to Vatican After Five-Week Hospitalization

Pope Francis Leaves Hospital After Severe Illness

Pope Francis Shows Steady Recovery as Ventilation Support Ends

Pope Francis Shows Slight Health Improvements Amid Ongoing Hospitalization

Pope Francis Shows Signs of Improvement in Pneumonia Treatment

First Photo of Hospitalized Pope Francis Released by Vatican

Pope Francis Shares Health Update from Hospital After Month-Long Pneumonia Battle

Pope Francis Marks 12th Anniversary of Papacy While Hospitalized for Pneumonia

Pope Francis Marks 12 Years as Pontiff While Recovering from Severe Pneumonia

Pope Francis Shows Improvement but Remains Hospitalized

Pope Francis Shows Health Improvement, Hospital Stay Continues

Pope Francis Shows Improvement but Remains Hospitalized for Pneumonia

Pope Francis Shows Signs of Improvement After Hospitalization for Severe Pneumonia

Pope Francis Shows Signs of Improvement During Extended Hospital Stay

Pope Francis Shows Gradual Improvement in Double Pneumonia Recovery

Pope Francis Addresses Faithful with First Audio Message Since Hospitalization

Pope Francis Addresses Faithful in First Audio Message During Hospitalization

Pope Francis Addresses Faithful for First Time Since Hospitalization

Pope Francis' Health Remains Stable but Prognosis Uncertain After 20 Days in Hospital

Pope Francis Faces Setbacks in Pneumonia Recovery as Prognosis Remains Guarded

Pope Francis Faces Health Challenges as Double Pneumonia Hospitalization Continues

Papst Franziskus kämpft weiterhin mit schwerer Krankheit – Zustand bleibt ernst

Pope Francis Faces Health Setback with Severe Breathing Episodes

Pope Francis' Health Raises Questions About Papal End-of-Life Protocols

Pope Francis in Stable Condition Following Respiratory Crisis

Pope Francis Stable After Severe Respiratory Crisis, Prognosis Remains Guarded

Pope Francis Shows Signs of Recovery Following Double Pneumonia Hospitalization

Pope Francis Faces Health Challenges Following Respiratory Crisis

Pope Francis Remains Hospitalized With Severe Pneumonia

Pope Francis Faces Health Setbacks Amid Ongoing Hospitalization

Pope Francis Suffers Severe Breathing Crisis During Hospitalization

Pope Francis Suffers Breathing Crisis During Pneumonia Recovery

Pope Francis Suffers Sudden Health Setback During Hospitalization

Pope Francis Shows Signs of Recovery During Prolonged Hospitalization

Pope Francis Shows Signs of Improvement After Severe Pneumonia

Pope Francis Faces Critical Health Challenges as Supporters Rally in Prayer

Pope Francis’ Health Remains Critical but Stable in Extended Hospital Stay

Pope Francis in Critical Condition as Global Prayers Continue

Pope Francis in Critical Condition as Global Prayers Continue

Pope Francis Shows Slight Improvement After Extended Hospitalization

Pope Francis Faces Critical Health Challenges as Treatment Continues

Pope Francis in Critical Condition as 'Conclave' Cast Sends Well-Wishes at SAG Awards

Pope Francis Faces Critical Health Challenges Amid Hospitalization

Pope Francis' Health Remains Critical Following Pneumonia Diagnosis

Pope Francis' Health Remains Critical Following Respiratory Complications

Pope Francis Hospitalized in Critical Condition With Double Pneumonia

Pope Francis in Critical Condition Following Respiratory Crisis

Pope Francis in Critical Condition Following Severe Health Complications

Pope Francis Hospitalized with Pneumonia, Condition Shows Slight Improvement

Pope Francis Hospitalized with Pneumonia, Sparking Succession Speculation

Health Concerns for Pope Francis Raise Speculation About Possible Resignation

Pope Francis Shows Slight Health Improvement Amid Pneumonia Treatment

Pope Francis Diagnosed with Bilateral Pneumonia, Showing Slight Improvement

Pope Francis Diagnosed with Bilateral Pneumonia, Faces Extended Hospital Stay

Pope Francis Faces Prolonged Hospitalization for Complex Respiratory Infection

Pope Francis Hospitalized with Complex Respiratory Infection

Pope Francis Diagnosed with Complex Respiratory Infection, Hospital Stay Extended

Pope Francis Hospitalized for Bronchitis Treatment and Diagnostic Tests

Pope Francis Hospitalized for Persistent Bronchitis Treatment

Pope Francis Hospitalized in Rome for Bronchitis Treatment

German Minister-President Schweitzer Meets Pope Francis in Vatican

Pope Francis Warns of Growing Threat of Global Conflict

Pope Francis Accepts Resignation of Toulon Bishop Dominique Rey

Biden Plans Final Presidential Trip to Italy for Meetings with Pope and Italian Leaders

Vatican Removes Nativity Scene Featuring Jesus on Palestinian Kufiya After Backlash

Pope Francis Appoints 21 New Cardinals to Advance Church Reforms

Vatican Faces Backlash Over Christmas Tree Felling

Pope Francis Receives First All-Electric Popemobile from Mercedes-Benz

Thriller 'Conclave' Explores Vatican Intrigue Through Power Struggles and Scandal

Pope Francis Reiterates Opposition to Assisted Dying in Address to French Lawmakers