5 cardinals likely to succeed Pope Francis

Following the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88, speculation has intensified over who will take over the spiritual leadership of the Roman Catholic Church.
The pontiff, who had long battled health challenges, including a recent bout with double pneumonia, had already stirred conversations about succession well before his passing.With his death confirmed a day after greeting the faithful at St Peter’s Basilica, attention now turns to the College of Cardinals.
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