In a significant move to broaden the electors of his future successor, Pope Francis has announced the appointment of 21 new cardinals. This decision includes notable figures such as Timothy Radcliffe and the archbishops of Tehran and Toronto, among others, reflecting a commitment to inclusivity by acknowledging leaders from various regions. The formal consistory will take place on December 8, further expanding the college of cardinals and increasing the pool of those eligible to elect the next pope.