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First Photo of Hospitalized Pope Francis Released by Vatican

The 88-year-old pontiff, recovering from severe pneumonia, is shown praying in a chapel as his condition stabilizes after weeks of critical illness.

Auf diesem von der Presseabteilung des Vatikans veröffentlichten Bild zelebriert Papst Franziskus eine Messe in der Kapelle der Poliklinik Agostino Gemelli in Rom
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Der Gesundheitszustand von Papst Franziskus ist nach Angaben des Vatikans inzwischen „stabil“
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Overview

  • The Vatican released the first image of Pope Francis since his hospitalization on February 14 for a severe respiratory condition, including bilateral pneumonia.
  • The photo, taken in the chapel of the Gemelli Clinic in Rome, shows the Pope seated in a wheelchair, wearing priestly vestments, and engaged in prayer.
  • Doctors report that the Pope's health is stable and improving, though he remains in the hospital for oxygen support and ongoing therapy for breathing and mobility.
  • Pope Francis has expressed gratitude for the global outpouring of prayers and support, including messages from children and communities worldwide.
  • This hospitalization marks the longest of his papacy, with the Vatican indicating no immediate plans for his discharge as Holy Week approaches.