Funeral Procession for Late Pope to Proceed at Walking Pace

Vatican City: The funeral procession for the late pope will proceed at a walking pace, allowing mourners to bid a final farewell. The procession will escort his body from St. Peter’s Basilica to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore following his funeral, as announced by Matteo Bruni, the director of the Vatican press office.

According to Ansa News Agency, the procession will be broadcast live on television, but the coverage will cease at the entrance to the Marian basilica. This decision aligns with the wishes of the late pope, who desired a simple and private burial ceremony. The arrangements reflect the humble nature of the pope, ensuring that the final farewell remains a personal event for those present.