Vatican: Former Pope Benedict XVI, (Age-95) passed away in his Monastery at Vatican city on 31.12.2022  FN, Saturday. Several Dignitaries and Religious leaders visited the city and paid homage and tributes to Pope. Benedict was the first pontiff in almost 600 years to resign his position, rather than holding office for the entire life time. According to the press release the funeral of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, led by Pope Francis will be held on 5^th January 2023,Thursday in St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican City at 9:30 a.m. local time.

       The former Pope’s body will be kept in St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican for the Public to pay homage and to bid farewell from Monday onwards. As per the wish of Pope Emeritus, his funeral will be “simple,” Bruni, Vatican News