Pope raised a hand in farewell before falling into coma, Vatican reveals
- Pope Francis died in his bed at the guesthouse he chose over the Apostolic Palace, reflecting his papal style of modesty and closeness to the people.
- His death came shortly after a 38-day hospital stay, prompting mourning across the Catholic world ahead of a major funeral on Saturday.
- The Vatican revealed that Francis's body will lie in state at St. Peter's Basilica, with public viewing set to begin on Wednesday at 8 am.]
- Cardinal Kevin Farrell has taken charge of the Holy See's daily operations and will oversee the preparations for the conclave to elect the new pope.
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Pope raised a hand in farewell before falling into coma, Vatican reveals
The details mark the first time the Vatican has disclosed how the pontiff spent his final hours, ending speculation about the sudden nature of his passing.
NEW: Vatican Reveals Pope Francis' Cause Of Death
Hours after confirming the passing of Pope Francis, the Vatican has now released both the official cause of death and details of the late pontiff’s final wishes, including a burial request that breaks from tradition. In a medical report issued Monday evening, Dr. Andrea Arcangeli, Director of the Directorate of Health and Hygiene of the Vatican City State, certified that Pope Francis died as a result of a cerebral stroke that occurred overnight …
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