The funeral of Pope Francis drew an unprecedented gathering of world leaders, royals, and hundreds of thousands of mourners to Vatican City.
Notable attendees included former President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and Prince William, highlighting the Pope's global influence. Over 130,000 people paid their respects as the Pope's coffin lay in state, with the total crowd swelling to around 200,000 for the funeral service. The event became a call for peace, with leaders urging an end to global conflicts.
The ceremony underscored the Pope's legacy and the unifying power of his message.
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Pope Francis Funeral: A Full Recap as Thousands Gathered to Mourn with Trump, Prince William and More
Pope Francis' funeral gathered Catholics from around the world along with world leaders including President Donald Trump and figures like Prince William at the Vatican on Saturday, April 26
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Call to end wars as world leaders and royals join crowd of 200,000 at funeral of Pope Francis
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Presidents, prime ministers and cardinals have gathered for the funeral of Pope Francis as huge crowds descended upon Vatican City.
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