Bells toll as Pope Francis' body is transferred to St. Peter's Basilica for 3 days of public viewing

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Bells toll as Pope Francis' body is transferred to St. Peter's Basilica for 3 days of public viewing

Wednesday 23rd April 2025, 7:31AM

Pope Francis's body was moved to St. Peter's Basilica, with public viewing for three days before Saturday's funeral. Cardinals and Swiss Guards escorted the coffin, as world leaders, including Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, are expected to attend the funeral. The pontiff, who died at 88 after a stroke, lay in state for Vatican residents.

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