What we know following the death of Pope Francis

13 Sept 05:31 Key points summarised by AI

Pope Francis passed away at 88 from a stroke, officially attributed to "cerebral stroke, coma, irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse," following earlier struggles with bronchitis and pneumonia.
His body will lie in state in St. Peter's Basilica from Wednesday, with the funeral mass scheduled between Friday and Sunday. He requested burial in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.
Global leaders, including US President Donald Trump, and faithful are anticipated to attend the funeral ceremony in the Vatican.
A conclave of 135 cardinal electors will convene 15-20 days after his death in the Sistine Chapel to elect his successor, with white smoke signaling a successful election.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.