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Pope Francis's funeral: Who's attending?

By AFP | 1yr ago

Women light candles at an altar in honor to the late Pope Francis at San Jose de Flores Basilica in Buenos Aires on April 24, 2025. [AFP]

The Vatican said at least 130 foreign delegations had confirmed their attendance at Pope Francis's funeral on Saturday, including around 50 heads of state and 10 reigning monarchs.

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