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Farewell to Pope Francis: World gathers for pontiff's funeral | In photos

Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

Thousands attended the funeral of Pope Francis that took place on Sat, April 26, at the grand Baroque square in front of St Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican. 

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 Faithful attend Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square in the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

 Faithful attend Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square in the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP)

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The book of the gospels lays on the coffin of late Pope Francis during the funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square in the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

The book of the gospels lays on the coffin of late Pope Francis during the funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square in the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP)

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Cardinals syand during late Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square at the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Cardinals syand during late Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square at the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP)

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US President Donald Trump (C) and First Lady Melania Trump (C/R) stand alongside leaders including France's President Emmanuel Macron (L) and Finland's President Alexander Stubb (2L) as they attend the late Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square at the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

US President Donald Trump (C) and First Lady Melania Trump (C/R) stand alongside leaders including France's President Emmanuel Macron (L) and Finland's President Alexander Stubb (2L) as they attend the late Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square at the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP)

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Faithful attend Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square in the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

Faithful attend Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square in the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP)

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Many world leaders, including President Droupadi Murmu and US President Donald Trump, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky  and his wife Olena Zelenska are attending the ceremony to pay respect to the Catholic leader.(AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

Many world leaders, including President Droupadi Murmu and US President Donald Trump, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky  and his wife Olena Zelenska are attending the ceremony to pay respect to the Catholic leader.(AFP)

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The coffin of Pope Francis is carried during the funeral Mass of Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, April 26, 2025.(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

The coffin of Pope Francis is carried during the funeral Mass of Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, April 26, 2025.(REUTERS)

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Pallbearers stand next to the coffin of late Pope Francis at the start of the funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square in The Vatican, on April 26, 2025.(AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

Pallbearers stand next to the coffin of late Pope Francis at the start of the funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square in The Vatican, on April 26, 2025.(AFP)

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A general view shows attendees during late Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square at the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

A general view shows attendees during late Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square at the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP)

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The coffin of Pope Francis is placed in St. Peter's Square during his funeral at the Vatican, Saturday, April 26, 2025.(AP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

The coffin of Pope Francis is placed in St. Peter's Square during his funeral at the Vatican, Saturday, April 26, 2025.(AP)

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A photograph taken from St Peter Basilica shows a general view of late Pope Francis' coffin during the funeral ceremony in St Peter's Square, at the Vatican, on April 26, 2025.(AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

A photograph taken from St Peter Basilica shows a general view of late Pope Francis' coffin during the funeral ceremony in St Peter's Square, at the Vatican, on April 26, 2025.(AFP)

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Members of the clergy attend the Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square in the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

Members of the clergy attend the Pope Francis' funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square in the Vatican on April 26, 2025.(AFP)

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President Droupadi Murmu along with other world leaders attends the state funeral of Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21, in Vatican City on Saturday. (ANI) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu along with other world leaders attends the state funeral of Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21, in Vatican City on Saturday. (ANI)

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Nuns and faithful sit following the funeral Mass of Pope Francis, in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, April 26, 2025. (REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 26, 2025 05:26 PM IST

Nuns and faithful sit following the funeral Mass of Pope Francis, in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, April 26, 2025. (REUTERS)

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