The Mass of Pope 266, Pope Francis came to St. Peter's square with the presence of dozens of political leaders, coronations and religious representatives. According to Holy See's printing service, more than 160 delegations participated in the ceremony, including more than 60 heads of state and government, as well as EU leaders.
In addition to the European leaders, the ceremony was attended by US President Donald Trump and his wife Melania, Brazilian leader Louis Inasiu Lula Da Silva, President of Argentina Havier Miley, leader of Indian Draupadi Murma. Russia is represented by OLGA LYUBIMOVA Minister of Culture. The head of the external church from the Russian main church, Metropolitan Anthony, as well as Metropolitan Feodosi and Kerch Plato (Udovenko). Israel, a criticism of the Pope's assessment for the situation in Gaza, was presented at the ambassador. Palestine was represented by a delegation led by Prime Minister Muhammad Mustafoy.
The coffin with the pope's body was put into the tomb in the church of the Mother of God (Basilica Santa Maria-Majore). The burial ceremony was held in the presence of a narrow circle of the people, including some cardinals.
Pope Francis died in 89th on April 21.
Photo from the farewell ceremony – in the TASS photo collection.