Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost Elected as First American Pope, Takes Name Leo XIV
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Election of the 267th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church |
| Date of Election | May 8, 2025 |
| New Pope | Pope Leo XIV (formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost) |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Predecessor | Pope Francis (died April 21, 2025) |
| Conclave Location | Sistine Chapel, Vatican City |
| Conclave Duration | Less than two days |
| Cardinal Electors | 133 from 70 countries (most international conclave in history) |
| Significance | First American pope, elected during global uncertainty and Church divisions |
| Background of Pope Leo XIV | Soft-spoken, missionary work in Peru, aligned with Pope Francis's progressive views |
| Challenges Ahead | Rebuilding trust after abuse scandals, balancing doctrine and reform, engaging youth, maintaining global unity |