Worry over Pope Francis' health has fueled speculation as to who could replace the pontiff if his condition worsens.

The 88-year-old Francis, suffering from pneumonia in both lungs, hadn’t had any more respiratory crises, officials said.

Francis is being treated for pneumonia, a complex infection and kidney problems that have left him in critical condition. He ...

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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis’ condition remained “critical” the evening of Feb. 23, his doctors said, with blood tests ...

Pope Francis was admitted to a hospital in Rome in February 2025, where he battled multiple health issues. Get the latest ...

While Matteo Bruni, director of the Vatican press office, did not confirm that Pope Francis had received the sacrament of the ...

An American Airlines flight out of New York was diverted to Rome on Sunday over a "possible security issue," the airline said in a statement.

The Vatican No. 2, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, will lead the first prayer Monday. Francis, who has double pneumonia and is in ...