The third voting on Thursday, fourth in total, began in the Sistine Chapel according to live broadcasting from the Vatican. The 133 eligible cardinals cast their votes before noon Argentine time. The first two votes produced black smoke, indicating that a new Pope to succeed Francis was not elected.
There is great anticipation in the Vatican and among the faithful that this vote may result in the emission of white smoke, a sign that a new Pope has been chosen, as international media revealed. In Argentine media, there was even speculation that the next Pope might choose the name of an archangel and call himself Rafael.
Radio Rivadavia issued an alert highlighting that Nelson Castro confirmed from the Vatican that in approximately one hour there would be a new Pope. The attention and excitement were palpable as the result of this crucial vote in the Sistine Chapel was awaited.
