New pope elected: White smoke finally rises to signal historic decision

The identity of new pope will soon be announced by Dominique Mamberti, the senior cardinal deacon

New pope elected: White smoke finally rises to signal historic decision
New pope elected: White smoke finally rises to signal historic decision

White smoke has finally risen from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel on the second and last day of conclave.

The crowd in St. Peter’s Square cheered as bells rang from St. Peter’s Basilica, confirming that the 133 cardinal electors had reached a two-thirds majority decision on who would succeed Pope Francis.

New pope elected: White smoke finally rises to signal historic decision

The identity of new pope will soon be announced by Dominique Mamberti, the senior cardinal deacon.

New pope elected: White smoke finally rises to signal historic decision

As per the tradition, he will appear on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and declare "Habemus Papam", Latin for "We have a pope."

What Cardinal Mamberti actually say while announcing the new pope?

"Annuntio vobis gaudium magnum" — I announce to you news of great joy.

"Habemus Papam!" — We have a pope!

"Eminentissimum ac Reverendissimum Dominum (first name) Sanctae Romanae Ecclesia Cardinalem (surname)" — He is the most eminent and reverend Lord Cardinal of the Holy Roman Church (name)

"qui sibi nomen imposuit (papal name)." — who has taken the name (papal name)."

The cardinal first announces the pope's birth name in Latin, followed by the name the pope has chosen to be called.

Afterwards, the new pope, elected is expected to appear on the balcony of St.Peter's Basilica within an hour to greet public.

Swiss Guards, who are the official protectors of the pope and the Vatican took their positions in front of St.Peter's Basilica.

New pope elected: White smoke finally rises to signal historic decision
New pope elected: White smoke finally rises to signal historic decision

More marching bands are now taking part in a celebration to mark the election of the new pope. 

New pope elected: White smoke finally rises to signal historic decision

This celebration includes a parade with large groups of people wearing military-style uniforms.