Seit mehr als einer Woche liegt der Papst im Krankenhaus: eine Lungenentzündung. Nach zunächst zurückhaltend positiven Signalen hatte sich Franziskus' Zustand zuletzt verschlechtert.
Pope Francis is in critical condition at the Gemelli Clinic in Rome due to bilateral pneumonia and has undergone a blood transfusion. His health status remains critical, with additional oxygen being administered. He has been hospitalized for ten days, and concerns about sepsis have been raised. Devotees are praying for his recovery, and speculation about his potential resignation has resurfaced. His respiratory issues have persisted since before Christmas.