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.