Sri Lanka, April 28 -- Cardinals present in Rome have agreed to begin the conclave on May 7, 2025, the Vatican announced today.

"The cardinals made the decision at the Fifth General Congregation held on Monday morning in the Vatican's Synod Hall, the Vatican news agency said.

The conclave will take place in the Vatican's Sistine Chapel, which will remain closed to visitors during these days.

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