Editorial photo #12343419 Religion and Belief

Vatican Conclave 2025

Black smoke is coming from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel after a new pope has not been yet elected by the cardinal electors on the second day of the conclave. On May 8th, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. (Photo by Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #12343419
Date taken: 8 May 2025
Location: —
Photographer: Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto
Category: Religion and Belief

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