Pope Francis was privately laid to rest in St. Mary Major Basilica, honoring his wish for simplicity in death. The funeral service, attended by world leaders including President Trump and President Zelenskyy, highlighted his global impact. Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re presided over the ceremony and urged the world to 'build bridges, not walls' in remembrance of Pope Francis’ legacy. Security was heightened in Rome as over 400,000 mourners lined the streets to pay their respects, marking a significant moment in history as the pope was buried outside the Vatican for the first time in over a century.
Pope Francis was laid to rest in a simple underground tomb in St. Mary Major Basilica, fulfilling his wishes for a private ceremony outside Vatican grounds.
Attendees of Pope Francis' funeral included world leaders like US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, emphasizing the global significance of the occasion.
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re led the funeral, highlighting Pope Francis' legacy with a statement urging the world to 'build bridges, not walls'.
With at least 400,000 attendees lining the streets, the funeral proceedings reflected the deep respect and admiration for the late Pope, marking a significant public farewell.
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