Thousands line streets of Rome as Pope Francis laid to rest after Vatican funeral

Pope Francis was laid to rest in Rome after a funeral attended by hundreds of thousands, including numerous world leaders, marking the end of his 12-year papacy. The ceremony featured a diverse crowd, with poignant moments highlighted by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, who addressed the Pope’s commitment to peace and migrants, urging leaders to “build bridges, not walls.” As the service unfolded, the atmosphere was both somber and celebratory, reflecting the Pope’s legacy and the powerful messages conveyed during the mass.