The pontiff's condition is touch-and-go, given his age, fragility and pre-existing lung disease, according to doctors.

“Pope Francis is touched by the numerous messages of affection and closeness that he continues to receive in these hours,” ...

Pope Francis remains in critical condition, according to the Vatican, with blood tests showing mild signs of kidney failure ...

Pope Francis remains in critical condition as he receives treatment for double pneumonia and a mild renal insufficiency, the Vatican shared on Sunday.

Pope Francis was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Friday, Feb. 14, to undergo testing and treatment for bronchitis, the ...

Pope Francis had a "tranquil" night in hospital, the Vatican said on Sunday morning. It comes after he was said to be in a a critical condition on Saturday night after a "prolonged respiratory crisis" ...

Pope Francis is suffering from early kidney failure and remains in a critical condition in hospital, the Vatican has said.

Germany's conservatives won Sunday's elections, with their leader Friedrich Merz set to become the next chancellor, followed by the far-right AfD in second place after record gains, according to ...

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni visited Pope Francis in the hospital Wednesday and reported he was “alert and responsive” and full of good humour, despite his diagnosis of pneumonia and a ...