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Conclave takes Vatican focus
Following Pope Francis' funeral and burial, the Catholic Church now anticipates the upcoming conclave where cardinals will elect his successor.
An estimated 400,000 people gathered for the funeral, reflecting Pope Francis' popularity as a reformer who advocated for the poor and vulnerable.
Many mourners expressed concern about who will follow in his footsteps as the next leader of the Church.
Cardinals are scheduled to hold another general meeting on Monday to determine the date for the conclave.
Luxembourg Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich suggested the conclave could take place on May 5 or 6.
The papal conclave will take place in the Sistine Chapel, with cardinals voting until a candidate achieves a two-thirds majority, signaled by white smoke.
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