Absences & Alliances – Unspoken Politics Behind Solemnity Of Pope Francis’s Funeral | CLRCUT

At Pope Francis's funeral, grief and diplomacy collided in St. Peter’s Square as world leaders turned a solemn memorial into a stage for quiet political maneuvering. From Taiwan’s open admission to “seize the opportunity” for diplomacy, to Trump and Zelenskyy's unexpected private meeting, the gathering blurred the lines between mourning and realpolitik. Notable absences, including Putin and Netanyahu, spoke volumes, while the seating arrangement and subtle interactions revealed the shifting global landscape. As 200,000 mourners filled the square, the Pope’s break from tradition and the quiet power plays around him turned the funeral into a historic moment where sorrow and strategy intertwined. 00:00 - INTRODUCTION 0:26 - POLITICIANS “SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY” AT POPE’S FUNERAL? 02:45 - NOTABLE ABSENCES AT THE FUNERAL OF "DEFENDER OF HUMANISM" 05:30 - A SQUARE FILLED WITH POWER AND GRIEF #popefrancis #vatican #trump #zelenskyy #geopolitics #taiwan #israel #gaza #worldnews #clrcut #clrcutnews #internationalnews #globalnews #news –––––––––––––––––––––– CLRCUT on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3Z3K2cT CLRCUT on Instagram: https://bit.ly/4hOUVXl CLRCUT on X: https://bit.ly/3Z52ZMy CLRCUT is everything beyond the usual noise. It is your source for in-depth coverage of geopolitics, defence, and international affairs. We report on global events, dive into defence strategies, and explore the stories redefining our world. Stay clear. Stay informed. Stay CLRCUT.