Pope Francis latest: Cardinals gather to discuss funeral plans after Vatican confirms cause of death
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Vatican confirms Pope Francis’ cause of death
- Pope Francis, 88, died from a stroke that led to a coma and irreversible heart failure, the Vatican said. His death was confirmed using an echocardiogram.
- His final testament requests a simple burial at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome.
- Cardinals will convene to plan the funeral, which is expected to be attended by world leaders, including Donald Trump.
- Landmarks globally, including the Eiffel Tower and Empire State Building, were dimmed or lit in his memory.
- Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Camerlengo, will oversee Vatican administration during the interim period before a new pope is elected.