Vatican City: White smoke rose from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican after the fifth round of cardinal elections concluded this evening, May 8, 2025, announcing the election of a new Supreme Pontiff for the Catholic Church to succeed Pope Francis.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the newly elected pope will announce his name at a later time. This marks a significant moment for the Catholic Church as it transitions to new leadership following the papacy of Pope Francis.