White smoke emerges from the chimney in the Vatican – a new pope has been elected.
The crowds erupted into cheers in St Peter’s Square.
We don’t yet know who the new pope is – he’s expected to appear on the balcony overlooking St Peter’s Square shortly.
A senior cardinal will soon confirm the decision with the words “Habemus Papam” – Latin for “we have a Pope” – and introduce the new pontiff by his chosen papal name.
Also confirming the election of a new Pope, the Vatican News posted on its verified X handle.
“White smoke! The 133 Cardinal electors gathered in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel have elected the new Pope. He will appear soon at the central window of St. Peter’s Basilica.” The post read.
More details coming…
BBC