White smoke has risen from the Sistine Chapel, signaling that the 133 Cardinal electors have successfully chosen the new Pope, ABN TV reports.
The world now awaits his first public appearance at the central window of St. Peter’s Basilica.
This historic moment follows days of intense deliberations behind closed doors within the Vatican. The identity of the new pontiff will be revealed shortly as he steps forward to greet the faithful and deliver his first blessing, Urbi et Orbi.
Stay with us for live updates from St. Peter’s Square.
