An Algerian next pope? Archbishop of Algiers pronounces himself

The Algerian Jean-Paul Vesco, archbishop of Algiers and recently appointed cardinal, is a name that is now part of the discussions around the conclave of 2025. Although he is not a traditional papabile, his singular profile attracts the attention of the observers. Appointed cardinal by Pope Francis in December 2024 and naturalized Algerian by President Tebboune in 2023, he is one of the cardinal voters called to choose the next successor of Fran…