Pope Francis laid to rest after Vatican funeral as world leaders join thousands in mourning

Pope Francis' funeral attended by world leaders, royals and pilgrims

A funeral and procession for Pope Francis has been attended by 400,000 - bringing together royals, world leaders, pilgrims and refugees. The first Latin American pope has been remembered as a champion for peace, inclusion, and mercy.

Francis laid to rest as 400,000 mourn pope 'with open heart'

The Vatican said 400,000 people packed St. Peter's Square and lined the streets of Rome for the funeral of the first Latin American leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics.

Biden and Harris Fail to Acknowledge Pope Francis's Funeral: A Reflection of Their Leadership? - Real News Now

The last rites of Pope Francis were marked with a notable congregation, with St. Peter’s Square teeming with royalty, nation heads, and high-ranking church officials, along with thousands of ordinary folks influenced by his stance on poverty and marginalized sections of society. The much-loved virtuous leader had asked for a modest memorial, which clashed distinctly with the lavish ceremonial customs of Vatican. Close to a quarter of a million i…

Open-air hearse carries Pope Francis' coffin to final resting place

Following the funeral of Pope Francis, his coffin is transported from the Vatican, through the streets of Rome, to its final resting place in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.