The Vatican has announced that the conclave to elect the next pope will begin on May 7, with 135 cardinals from around the world gathering in the Sistine Chapel for the secretive process. This pivotal event will determine the new leader for 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide, following the death of Pope Francis. The conclave is steeped in tradition and secrecy, drawing global attention and speculation, especially as debates swirl over the future direction of the Church. Key issues include whether the new pope will continue Francis' push for inclusivity or shift toward a more conservative stance. The outcome will have significant implications for the Catholic Church's role and influence on the world stage.
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Conclave to elect new pope to start on May 7 -Vatican source
Roman Catholic cardinals will meet in a secret conclave to elect the new leader of the global Church starting from May 7, a senior Vatican source said on Monday.
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Conclave to elect new pope to start on May 7, senior Vatican source says
Some 135 cardinals, all under the age of 80 and from across the world, are eligible to take part in the conclave and decide who should be the next leader of the Catholic Church
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