After another ‘tranquil’ night in hospital with Pope resting, Vatican says

6/3/2025 16:16

Pope Francis, who has been in hospital for almost three weeks battling double pneumonia, has spent another "tranquil" night and is still resting, the Vatican said on Thursday.



The 88-year-old pontiff was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital on February 14 with a severe respiratory infection that has required continuously evolving treatment.



On Wednesday, the Vatican said his condition had remained stable that day, allowing him to do some work and increase his respiratory and mobility physiotherapy.



It added he did not have any respiratory crises, which had occurred on and off in previous days.



Francis has not been seen in public since entering hospital, his longest such absence since his papacy started 12 years ago. His doctors have not said how long the treatment might last.