Pope Francis Shows Signs of Recovery After Severe Illness

The 88-year-old pontiff remains hospitalized in Rome as his condition stabilizes following weeks of treatment for a serious lung infection.

Pope Francis, 88, has been hospitalized at Rome's Gemelli Hospital since February 14 due to complications from bronchitis that developed into bilateral pneumonia.
Doctors report that his condition has stabilized, with blood tests confirming improvement and a positive response to ongoing medication.
The Vatican has confirmed that the pope is no longer in immediate danger, though he remains under hospital care for further treatment due to the complexity of his illness.
In recent weeks, the pope experienced multiple severe respiratory crises but has shown gradual recovery, including the resolution of his fever and reduced dependence on assisted breathing.
Global Catholic communities, including Italian bishops, continue to pray for the pope's recovery as he marks 12 years since his election as the head of the Catholic Church.