Pope Francis to Leave Hospital After Five-Week Stay

The 88-year-old Pontiff plans a public blessing from the hospital before returning to Vatican City, with uncertainty surrounding his participation in Easter celebrations.

Pope Francis has been hospitalized since February 14 for bronchitis that developed into bilateral pneumonia, accompanied by severe respiratory crises and temporary kidney dysfunction.
Doctors have confirmed that the Pope will be discharged from Rome's Gemelli Hospital on Sunday, March 23, and will return to his residence in Vatican City.
He plans to make his first public appearance since his hospitalization by delivering a greeting and blessing from the hospital on Sunday.
The Vatican has not confirmed whether Pope Francis will be able to participate in the upcoming Easter celebrations, as he faces a two-month recovery period.
Despite his health struggles, the Pope has expressed a commitment to continue serving others and has reportedly responded well to treatment, with improvements in breathing and mobility.