VOLODYMYR Zelensky has landed in Italy as world leaders and royals gather for Pope Francis’ funeral today.
The Ukrainian leader landed early on Saturday morning – joining the world’s elite attending the historic funeral.
Meanwhile, Donald Trump and his wife Melania were pictured emerging from Air Force One at Fiumicino Airport near Rome on Friday night.
The US President will join British Prince William and French President Emmanuel Macron for the service in St Peter’s Square.
Pope Francis’ coffin was officially sealed in a private ceremony after three days of public viewing, which saw around 250,000 faithfuls pay tribute to the late pontiff.
The ceremony was conducted by Cardinal Kevin Farrell and attended by several Cardinals and Holy See officials.
A white cloth was first placed over Francis’ face, while a bag of coins minted during his lifetime was placed inside along with a one-page account of his papacy.
The account was read aloud by the master of liturgical ceremonies before being rolled up into a tube and placed in the coffin.
The funeral service will take place at 9am UK time today.
Source : https://www.the-sun.com/news/14103213/pope-francis-funeral-updates-news-vatican/
