Vatican City, March 16, 2025 (AFP) - Hospitalised Pope says 'facing period of trial', body 'weak'

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2025-03-16

Pope Francis acknowledged on Sunday being fragile and "facing a period of trial", as he thanked well-wishers for prayers in a message from hospital, where he has been receiving treatment for pneumonia. The 88-year-old pope, hospitalised since February 14, sent a particularly personal message to the faithful published by the Vatican, as he once again missed delivering the traditional Angelus prayer in person. "I am sharing these thoughts with you......

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