Urgent announcement from the Vatican about León XIV, the new Pope: He has moved everyone.

Many had predicted it and so it has been: Vatican has experienced a historic day. On the second day of the conclave, the chimney of the Sistine Chapel has emitted the desired white smoke. A clear sign, the Catholic Church already has a new Pope, Leo XIV.

The white smoke has thrilled thousands of people and the ringing of St. Peter's bells has confirmed it. Applause and cheers of joy quickly filled the square. Faithful, journalists, and onlookers have celebrated the news and a special energy has been felt in Rome.

This morning, however, the situation was different. The 133 cardinals hadn't reached an agreement shortly before noon, black smoke covered the sky. Many feared the worst but experts had warned: today would be the day and so it has been.

Vatican confirms that Leo XIV is the new Pope

With this election, it is now three consecutive years in which the Pope has been chosen on the second day. With Benedict XVI, five votes were needed, with Francis, eight, and this time, four were enough. In the fourth scrutiny, one of the cardinals was chosen.

Not much time passed before the next step began. From the central balcony of St. Peter's, the protodeacon cardinal announced the news. He pronounced the name of the new Pontiff: Leo XIV.

Vatican has confirmed that Robert Francis Prevost will be the new Pope. Born in Chicago in 1955, Prevost has adopted the name Leo XIV. It has been a choice that has moved the Catholic world.

Prevost has been until now prefect of the Congregation for Bishops, a responsibility that Pope Francis had entrusted to him. His profile has been highly valued, he has a solid academic background. He graduated in Mathematics and Philosophy, later, he studied Theology in Chicago.

First words of Pope Leo XIV from Vatican

At 26 years old, he was ordained a priest and has worked in Peru for years. His international vision and pastoral commitment have stood out.

His first words as Pope have touched many hearts: "God loves us, God loves everyone. Therefore, united by the hand of God, let's move forward."

"Our mother Mary always wants to walk with us. Help us with her love, I would like to pray with you. Let's pray together for this new mission, for the Church and for all of us," a speech that reminded everyone of his predecessor, something that pleased everyone.

He also had words for his predecessor and publicly thanked Pope Francis. A gesture that moved everyone. The era of Leo XIV has begun and the world has received the news with hope.