On Wednesday evening, black smoke indicated that no pope was elected during the conclave held in the Sistine Chapel. Thousands of spectators in St Peter's Square gathered to witness the event, which is marked by tradition and secrecy. After a lengthy vote that extended into the evening, some cardinals expressed frustration, while cheers erupted when the smoke signal was seen. As the process continues, this conclave is noted for being the most geographically diverse in the Church's history, with 133 cardinals participating in the search for Pope Francis's successor.
Black smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel chimney on Wednesday evening, indicating no pope was chosen as cardinals began their sacred task to succeed Pope Francis.
Thousands gathered in St Peter's Square throughout the day, braving hours of anticipation to watch the ancient process unfold on giant video screens.
The cardinals, participating in the most geographically diverse conclave in the Church's history, returned to the Sistine Chapel on Thursday morning to begin their search for a successor to Pope Francis.
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