His funeral will be held on Thursday (January 5) in St Peter's Square and be presided over by Pope Francis.
The Vatican has said it will be a simple, solemn, and sober ceremony in keeping with Benedict's wishes.
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His funeral will be held on Thursday (January 5) in St Peter's Square and be presided over by Pope Francis.
The Vatican has said it will be a simple, solemn, and sober ceremony in keeping with Benedict's wishes.