The Catholic Church has now reportedly elected a new pope. The news was revealed as white smoke, the signal of the election of a new pope, was seen rising from the Sistine Chapel.
The identity of the new pope has now been revealed but will be shortly.
There’s a new pope – white smoke emerges above the Sistine Chapel
Follow live as we wait to find out who has been chosen https://t.co/ooN59WvQYK pic.twitter.com/wopWzFezA4
— BBC Breaking News (@BBCBreaking) May 8, 2025
UPDATE:
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the first American pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV.
The announcement was made on May 8, 2025, marking a historic moment for the Catholic Church as Prevost becomes the 267th pope and will lead approximately 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide.
Prevost’s election is seen as a pivotal moment for the Catholic Church, reflecting both his extensive experience and the evolving landscape of Church leadership.
As Pope Leo XIV, he is expected to navigate the challenges facing the global Catholic community with a focus on unity and peace.
This story is developing…
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