Editorial photo #12300458 Religion and Belief

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)

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Photo ID: #12300458
Date taken: 24 April 2025
Location: —
Photographer: Mauro Ujetto/NurPhoto
Category: Religion and Belief

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