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Black smoke signals no pope elected at first conclave vote

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Posted on May 7, 2025

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VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Black smoke appeared from a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican on Wednesday, signalling that the 133 Catholic cardinals meeting in a secret conclave failed to

Black Smoke Indicates No Pope Elected in Vatican Conclave

VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Black smoke appeared from a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican on Wednesday, signalling that the 133 Catholic cardinals meeting in a secret conclave failed to elect a new pope on their first ballot.

(Reporting by Joshua McElwee, Editing by Crispian Balmer)

Key Takeaways

  • Black smoke indicates no pope was elected.
  • 133 Catholic cardinals participated in the conclave.
  • The conclave took place in the Sistine Chapel.
  • The first ballot did not result in a new pope.
  • The event occurred in Vatican City.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The article discusses the first vote of the Vatican conclave where no new pope was elected, as indicated by black smoke.
What does black smoke signify in the conclave?
Black smoke indicates that the cardinals have not reached a decision to elect a new pope.
Where did the conclave take place?
The conclave took place in the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican.

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