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Pope makes another surprise appearance at St. Peter’s, greeting restorers of papal tombs

  • Pope Francis, still recovering from pneumonia, made an unannounced visit to St Peter's Basilica on Thursday.
  • The 88-year-old pope's visit followed a private meeting with King Charles and Queen Camilla on Wednesday.
  • He entered in his wheelchair to view restoration work and greet workers and pilgrims at the basilica.
  • According to ANSA, the Pope beckoned a young restorer, telling her to "come closer to thank her and shake her hand."
  • The Vatican hopes these appearances signal Pope Francis's readiness to participate in upcoming Easter celebrations.
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Pope makes another surprise appearance at St. Peter's, greeting restorers of papal tombs

Two art restorers were putting the final touches on a months-long restoration of the tomb of Pope Urban VIII, who in 1626 consecrated St.

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