French President Emmanuel Macron's meetings with Catholic Church officials during Pope Francis' funeral have sparked speculation about his influence on the next papal selection. Dubbed 'interventionism of the modern Sun King,' Macron met with cardinals and influential figures, leading to rumors of a pre-conclave. However, these claims were dismissed by Andrea Riccardi, who emphasized the exaggeration of the situation. Experts suggest that the chances of Aveline and Bustillo becoming pope are slim due to language barriers and age concerns. The upcoming conclave has also drawn attention from global leaders, including Donald Trump, who humorously expressed interest in becoming pope.