Analysis Summary:

The article's factual accuracy is mixed. The core claim about crowds gathering to see Pope Francis' successor is plausible, but the name "Pope Leo XIV" is unverified and potentially inaccurate. The article appears relatively neutral, with minimal discernible bias.

Detailed Analysis:

• Claim:** Crowds gathered in St. Peter’s Square — and around the world — to see who had been elected as Pope Francis’ successor.
  • Verification Source #5: Mentions the 2013 papal election and crowds, supporting the general idea of public interest in papal elections.
  • Verification Source #1: Shows Pope Francis appearing on the balcony, indicating the significance of such events.
• Verdict:* Plausible and generally supported, though not directly confirmed for the specific event in the article.
• Claim:** The new Pope is named "Pope Leo XIV".
• Verdict:* None of the provided sources confirm this name. This is a significant unverified claim. Internal knowledge suggests that papal names are chosen by the new Pope, so predicting the name is speculative.

Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:

• Verification Source #5: Supports the general idea of public interest in papal elections.
• Verification Source #1: Supports the idea of a Pope appearing on the balcony.
• No source confirms the name "Pope Leo XIV". This is a significant lack of coverage, suggesting potential inaccuracy.