Pope Francis Hospitalized with Pneumonia, Condition Shows Slight Improvement

The 88-year-old pontiff remains under close observation as his doctors confirm he is not yet out of danger but responding to treatment.

Pope Francis has been hospitalized for over a week at Rome's Gemelli Clinic with a bilateral pneumonia diagnosis.
Doctors report a slight improvement in his condition, with no signs of sepsis or life-threatening complications at this time.
The pope remains under close observation and is expected to stay in the hospital for at least another week, with potential complications still unpredictable.
Speculation about a potential resignation has resurfaced, though Vatican officials and the pope himself have dismissed such discussions for now.
Francis, the second-oldest pope in history, continues to show resilience, maintaining his humor and engaging in light activities like prayer in his hospital room.