White smoke billowing from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel has signalled the successful election of a new pope by the College of Cardinals.
Cheers erupted from the thousands gathered in St Peter’s Square as bells tolled across the Vatican, marking the historic moment.
Although the identity of the new pontiff has not yet been disclosed, a senior cardinal is expected to make the formal announcement shortly with the traditional declaration, Habemus Papam – “We have a Pope” – followed by the pope’s chosen name.
As the smoke appeared, crowds surged forward, some waving flags, others praying quietly, and many were overcome with emotion.
“It’s once-in-a-lifetime experience,” said one couple visiting from Greece.
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The new pope is expected to step out soon onto the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica to deliver his first public greeting to the faithful.
