New Pope revealed as US-born Robert Francis Prevost | Sky News coverage

US Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been chosen as the new pope.

He was confirmed by senior cardinal Dominique Mamberti, who came out onto the balcony of St Peter's Basilica to cheering crowds.

Announcing the news, he said the famous Latin words "Habemus Papam", meaning "we have a pope," as thousands gathered in the square below.

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Post from Sky News on May 08, 2025

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