The Council of Ministers has declared five days of national mourning for Pope Francis' death, effective immediately until the day of the funeral, which is scheduled for Saturday, April 26 at 10 a.m. in Saint Peter's Square. During this time, flags on public buildings will be flown at half-mast, and official functions will be kept to a minimum. The Pontiff's remains will be exposed at St. Peter's Basilica from Tuesday until Friday so that the faithful can pay their respects to him. The national mourning period will include Liberation Day on April 25, which has already sparked controversy. Nello Musumeci, Minister of Civil Protection, has confirmed that all April 25 events will take place as planned, but with the sobriety required by the circumstances. Words that prompted a reaction from the opposition. Meanwhile, in accordance with the DPCM issued today, the President of CONI, Giovanni Malagò, has ordered the suspension of all sporting events that were scheduled for Saturday, April 26, the day of the funeral. Inter-Roma's Serie A match is among the events that have been postponed. The other competitions scheduled in the previous days will take place regularly, observing a minute of silence in memory of the Pontiff.