The Vatican has confirmed that the service for the late pontiff will be held in St Peter's Square on 26 April from 9am UK time.
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The body of Pope Francis is placed in an open casket. Pic: Vatican Media/ÂHandout/Reuters
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Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin, left, prays in front of the body of Francis. Pic: Vatican Media/Handout/AP
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Pope Francis in 2014. Pic: AP
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