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Cardinals will decide the new pope
Pope Benedict XVI stepped down last month after nearly eight years in office, becoming the first pontiff to resign in 600 years.
The 85-year-old blamed his failing health for his inability to carry on.
Under the rules of the famous secret ballot, or conclave, the cardinals will vote until one of them achieves a two-thirds majority.
Correspondents say no one candidate stands out as Benedict XVI's likely successor.
Stoves going in Despite the vows of secrecy, Italian newspapers have been publishing what they say are leaked details of debate among cardinals on problems faced by the Church.
Reform of the Vatican's bureaucracy - known as the Curia - and the Vatican bank have both been on the agenda, the reports say.
Last year, European regulators said the bank was not doing enough to combat money laundering, while intrigue in the Vatican was revealed by documents leaked by Pope Benedict's butler.
Vatican staff have been preparing the Sistine Chapel, where the conclave will take place, installing the two stoves that will produce white smoke from burnt ballot papers when a new pope is elected.
The last election in 2005 took three days, and correspondents say the number of meetings this time is being seen as a reflection of the many challenges facing the Church.
During Benedict's reign the Catholic Church was wracked by a worldwide scandal over the sexual abuse of children by priests.
There are also tensions between traditionalists and reformers over issues including priestly celibacy, gay rights and the role of women.
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8 March 2013
Last updated at 16:55 GMT
Pope election to begin on Tuesday
Roman Catholic cardinals will begin electing a new pope on Tuesday 12 March, they announce after talks in Rome.- What will Benedict do now?
- Conclave: Runners and riders
- Day the papacy ended
- In pictures: Pope leaves office
Cardinals will decide the new pope
Roman Catholic cardinals will begin electing a new pope on Tuesday 12 March, according to a statement released in Rome.
The announcement came after 115 cardinals gathered at the Vatican for talks and prayers.Pope Benedict XVI stepped down last month after nearly eight years in office, becoming the first pontiff to resign in 600 years.
The 85-year-old blamed his failing health for his inability to carry on.
Under the rules of the famous secret ballot, or conclave, the cardinals will vote until one of them achieves a two-thirds majority.
Correspondents say no one candidate stands out as Benedict XVI's likely successor.
Stoves going in Despite the vows of secrecy, Italian newspapers have been publishing what they say are leaked details of debate among cardinals on problems faced by the Church.
Reform of the Vatican's bureaucracy - known as the Curia - and the Vatican bank have both been on the agenda, the reports say.
Last year, European regulators said the bank was not doing enough to combat money laundering, while intrigue in the Vatican was revealed by documents leaked by Pope Benedict's butler.
Vatican staff have been preparing the Sistine Chapel, where the conclave will take place, installing the two stoves that will produce white smoke from burnt ballot papers when a new pope is elected.
The last election in 2005 took three days, and correspondents say the number of meetings this time is being seen as a reflection of the many challenges facing the Church.
During Benedict's reign the Catholic Church was wracked by a worldwide scandal over the sexual abuse of children by priests.
There are also tensions between traditionalists and reformers over issues including priestly celibacy, gay rights and the role of women.
Pope resigns
Background and analysis
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Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor - who took part in the conclave that elected Pope Benedict XVI - gives an insider's account of the secretive process.Inside the Conclave
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Two-pope problem
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Runners and riders
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The Pope's inbox
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World's Catholics
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Defining moments
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What will Benedict do now?
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Legacy of retirement
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Viewpoints: Successes and failures
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Electing a pope
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A reluctant leader?
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Full resignation text
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Viewpoint: Disappointing leader
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Modern Pope?
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How does pope resign?
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Reaction in quotes
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In his own words
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Recap: The day the Pope resigned
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Catholic Church: Glossary of terms
Profiles
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Pope profile
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Vatican profile
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An eventful life
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