Conclave explained: How is the next pope chosen?

aljazeera.comPublished: 5/6/2025

Summary

The grand event of selecting the next pope will soon unfold as the papal conclave begins its votes in Vatican City. This historic gathering of 133 cardinal bishops from around the world will deliberate in secret until a candidate secures two-thirds of the votes needed to become the new pope, with Al Jazeera's Jonah Hull detailing the process.