AP PHOTOS: First images of Pope Francis released

The Vatican releases first images of Pope Francis, showing him in his casket with the Vatican secretary of state praying over him.

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April 22, 2025 at 8:25AM

VATICAN CITY — The Vatican releases first images of Pope Francis, showing him in his casket with the Vatican secretary of state praying over him.

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