ALBAWABA - The Vatican announced on Tuesday that Pope Francis' funeral will take place next Saturday, on April 26, at 10.00 a.m. (0800 GMT) at St. Peter's Basilica.
Pope Francis passed away on Monday, on the second day of easter, due to a stroke, the Vatican announced hours after the death on April 21. The Vatican has not revealed any details regarding the date for the funeral.
French President Emmanuel Macron will attend Pope Francis's funeral, AFP reported on Tuesday. "We will attend the pope's funeral as we should," Macron told reporters.
Graphic content / This photo taken on April 21, 2025 and handout on April 22, 2025, by The Vatican Media shows Pope Francis in his open coffin during the rite of the Confirmation of the Death of the Pontiff at the Chapel of Santa Marta in The Vatican. (Photo by Handout / VATICAN MEDIA / AFP)
The New York Times revealed that international memorial masses for Pope Francis are expected to be held.
Cardinal Kevin Farrell announced the sad news on Telegram: "This morning at 7:35 am (0535 GMT) the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of his Church."
