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Catholics Honor Pope Francis

Soldiers with new anti-drone weapons control St. Peter's Square, where lines begin to pay homage to the late Pope Francis at the Vatican on April 24, 2025. The Vatican announces that around 61,000 people have already paid their respects to the late Pope Francis, while his body is laid to rest in St. Peter's Basilica before his funeral. (Photo by Mauro Ujetto/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#12300451
Date Taken	24 April 2025
Location	N/A
Photographer	Mauro Ujetto/NurPhoto
Category	Religion and Belief
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Mauro Ujetto/NurPhoto

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