Pope Franciscus suffered on Monday “two episodes of acute respiratory failure,” the Vatican announced.
“In the afternoon, non-invasive mechanical ventilation was resumed,” it added in a statement. “The Holy Father is always vigilant, oriented and cooperating. The prognosis remains monitored.”

Candles left outside the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic, in Rome, on Monday 3 March 2025, where Pope Franciscus has been admitted to the hospital since Friday 14 February. (AP/Mosa’ab Elshamy)
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