Crowds gather in Rome ahead of Pope's funeral
Politicians, royalty and Catholics from all over the world are gathering in Rome ahead of the funeral of Pope Francis.
The BBC's Sarah Rainsford observed what she said was an international crowd - reflecting the global reach of the church.
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