Pope Francis, aged 88, remains in critical condition at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, where he has been receiving treatment since February 14, 2025, for bilateral pneumonia. His health has recently deteriorated, necessitating supplemental oxygen and blood transfusions due to a prolonged asthmatic respiratory crisis. Despite these challenges, he remains conscious and alert.
The Vatican has emphasized the importance of prayers and Masses for the Pope’s recovery, highlighting the critical nature of his condition