Pope Benedict abdicates

Financial Times
Financial Times
  • 5 years ago
Benedict XVI officially resigned as pope on Thursday, leaving the Vatican for Castel Gandolfo, a papal residence outside Rome. The abdication took effect at 8pm Italian time and was symbolised by the closing of the gates at the palace at Castel Gandolfo.

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