In his latest memoir, “The Successor: My Memories of Benedict XVI,” Pope Francis revealed that "political maneuvers” were used to sway votes during the two most recent Papal Conclaves.
As the first pope from Latin America, Pope Francis has been very busy with matters concerning the region. During his weekly Sunday noon blessing, he offered prayers to the people of Ecuador and Peru following a massive earthquake. This comes as the Vatican closes its embassy in Nicaragua.