Pope Francis's funeral will be held on Saturday in St Peter's Square, following his death from a stroke at age 88. World leaders and royals are expected to attend, with thousands of mourners already in Vatican City. The Pope's body will be displayed in St Peter's Basilica for public viewing before the funeral. He requested a simple burial at St Mary Major, breaking with tradition. A conclave will follow to elect his successor. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)