People will be able to pay their respects to Francis through Friday. Given the large turnout of faithful wishing to pay homage to Pope Francis, the Vatican may extend the opening hours of St. Peter’s Basilica beyond the established time of midnight, the Vatican Press office said.

Thousands of pilgrims and mourners from around the world are gathering at St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City to pay their final respects to Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88. This live coverage captures the first emotional moments as the late pontiff lies in state,