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Vatican plans for Francis' funeral amid conclave speculation

Season 2025 Episode 112 | 6m 33s

The Catholic faithful and many more the world over continued to pay their respects to Pope Francis one day after his death. An official period of mourning began in Italy that will last through his funeral this weekend. Security is ramping up to prepare for the throngs of mourners and world leaders expected to gather in Rome. Malcolm Brabant reports.

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