On the second day of the conclave, black smoke emanated from the Sistine Chapel chimney again, signaling that no pope was elected after the second or third ballots. The conclave, comprising 133 cardinals, requires a two-thirds majority of 89 votes to elect a new pope. This year's conclave is noted for its geographical diversity, being the most diverse in the Catholic Church's 2,000-year history. Prominent figures like Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re expressed hope for a resolution soon, while discussions arose around informal endorsements among the cardinals.
The second day of the conclave saw more black smoke from the Sistine Chapel, confirming that no new pope has been chosen after two or three ballots.
Cardinals must achieve a two-thirds majority of 89 votes to elect a new pope, with this conclave being the most geographically diverse in history.
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