Thousands pay respects to Pope Francis, but selfies at his open casket spark outrage.

Thousands have queued to pay respects to Pope Francis at St. Peter's Basilica, but some mourners have sparked outrage by taking selfies next to his open casket. Security has been heightened around the Vatican, with police managing large crowds. The disrespectful behavior has been widely condemned, especially among the 20,000 followers who patiently waited to honor the late Pope.