Cardinal Gualtiero Bassetti

Cardinal Gualtiero Bassetti, 83, is a prominent Italian bishop who previously served as the head of the Italian bishops’ conference. Known for his pastoral approach, he has emphasized the importance of unity within the Church and has been a vocal advocate for social issues. Although he is too old to participate in the upcoming conclave, Bassetti remarked on the fraternal atmosphere among the cardinals as they prepare to elect a successor to Pope Francis.