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BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 8. A fresh face has
taken the reins in the Vatican, as a new Pope has been elected,
Trend reports.
White smoke has risen from the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican,
signaling the election of a new Pope.
White smoke traditionally indicates that a consensus has been
reached among the cardinals. Prior to this, black smoke was seen
twice, showing failed attempts to elect a new pontiff.
Following the death of Pope Francis, four cardinals were in the
running for the papacy.
One of the main contenders was Archbishop Luis Antonio Tagle
from Manila, Philippines. If elected, he would have been the first
Asian pope in history and possibly the most liberal, according to
journalists.
Other candidates included Vatican Secretary of State Pietro
Parolin, known for his diplomatic efforts in resolving
international conflicts; Archbishop Péter Erdő from
Esztergom-Budapest, Hungary; and Peter Turkson, the former bishop
of Cape Coast, who could have become the first Black pope in
history.
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