Watch: From white smoke to balcony speech, how the new pontiff was unveiled
Summary
A new pope, named Pope Leo XIV, has been elected in Vatican City. He is the first American to become pope and was chosen after a two-day conclave. Pope Leo XIV greeted the crowd at St. Peter's Square in his first appearance.Key Facts
- A conclave is a meeting of cardinals to elect a new pope.
- The conclave lasted two days before electing Pope Leo XIV.
- Pope Leo XIV was previously known as Robert Prevost, and he is 69 years old.
- He is the first American to be elected as pope.
- The announcement of the new pope was made with white smoke from the Sistine Chapel chimney.
- Pope Leo XIV greeted people from the balcony of St. Peter's Square.
- He wished peace to the crowd gathered to see him.
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