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Is the Pope planning to quit?

The ailing pontiff has prompted speculation that he will resign.

The ailing pontiff has prompted speculation that he will resign with a planned visit to the tomb of a 13th-century pope who quit after five months. Meanwhile, his remarks about foes plotting his replacement have some observers wondering who is wielding the knife — or the lead piping…

Guest: Tom Kington, Italy correspondent, The Times.

Host: Jenny Kleeman.

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