• Funeral Details: His funeral will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. local time in St. Peter’s Square, with Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re presiding.

  • Burial Choice: In a notable departure from tradition, he requested burial at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, rather than St. Peter’s Basilica .

  • Papal Conclave: The conclave to elect his successor is expected to begin no earlier than May 6, with 135 eligible cardinals participating.

  • Global Attention: Major world leaders are set to attend the funeral, including President Donald Trump, President Javier Milei of Argentina, and President Lula da Silva of Brazil.

  • Delay in Canonization: The canonization of Carlo Acutis, the potential first millennial saint, has been postponed due to the pope’s passing.

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