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Pope Francis' Health Improves but Voice Still Weak

Despite health issues, the Pope continues his duties, including presiding over a meeting on the role of women in the Church.

  • Pope Francis, who has been suffering from lung inflammation, said he is feeling better but still has difficulty when he talks too much.
  • The Pope cancelled a planned trip to the COP28 climate summit in Dubai due to his health condition.
  • Despite his health issues, the Pope presided over a two-day meeting of the Council of Cardinals, which focused on the role of women in the Church.
  • Pope Francis, who turns 87 this month, arrived at the Vatican's Paul VI hall for his weekly Wednesday audience walking with the help of a cane.
  • The Pope called for prayers for the people of Ukraine, Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories who are suffering from the effects of war.
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