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Pope Francis had an episode of bronchospasm, which led to complications and the need for ventilation. After urgent medical intervention, the night at Gemelli Hospital went smoothly.
The Pope suffered an attack of bronchospasm, which led to vomiting and shortness of breath. The pontiff underwent bronchial aspiration and started oxygen therapy, and his condition is currently stable.
Pope Francis is undergoing treatment at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, where his condition is gradually improving. The pontiff has denied information about his near-death experience and possible resignation, but his upcoming calendar of events has been changed.
Pope Francis has been in the hospital for 12 days due to double pneumonia, his condition is critical but stable. The pontiff underwent a CT scan, and his prognosis remains restrained.
Pope Francis shows positive dynamics in the treatment of respiratory crisis and kidney failure. The pontiff was even able to make a phone call to a parish in Gaza.
The Ministry of Defense will create a special training ground to test the latest demining technologies, including artificial intelligence solutions. The facility will form a bank of innovative solutions and a coordination platform for humanitarian demining.
Pope Francis has been in critical condition for two days due to a respiratory crisis. He was diagnosed with initial kidney failure and is receiving oxygen therapy and blood transfusions.
Pope Francis is hospitalized with a severe form of bilateral pneumonia and needs oxygen support. The pontiff was diagnosed with anemia and low platelet count, which required a blood transfusion.
The Pope has been hospitalized with pneumonia in both lungs and will remain in the hospital for at least a week. Doctors report that the pontiff's condition is stable but requires long-term treatment.
The Vatican has reported on the condition of Pope Francis, who has been in a Roman hospital since February 14. The pontiff spent a quiet night, had breakfast in his chair and continues to work.
At St. Peter's Basilica, an unidentified Romanian man threw candlesticks off the high altar and tried to remove the altar cloth. The offender with a mental disorder was detained by the Vatican security service.
Researchers from universities in the United States and Australia have determined the probable number of authors of the Bible. Scientists claim that some of the oldest texts date back to 1200 BC.
The head of the Catholic Church expressed serious concern over Trump's statements about large-scale deportations of illegal migrants. The pontiff called the possible deportations a humanitarian catastrophe during an interview with Italian journalists.
Pope Francis expressed hope that the war in Ukraine will end in 2025. The pontiff called on the international community to work to create conditions for a just and lasting peace.
The British government and Buckingham Palace are preparing an invitation to Trump for a second state visit after his possible return to the White House. Such a visit may not take place until 2026 due to King Charles III's schedule.
In 2024, we launched 18 new Ukrainian-language audio guides to cultural sites around the world. We also donated hundreds of Ukrainian books to libraries in 8 countries as part of the Ukrainian Bookshelves project.
The head of the UGCC said that the Pope's immediate plans do not include a visit to Ukraine in 2025. However, Francis may announce his arrival a month before the visit, as he “likes to make surprises.
Pope Francis delivered his Christmas message at the Vatican, calling for an end to the war in Ukraine. The pontiff called for negotiations and dialogue to achieve a just peace.
Rome has completed a two-month restoration of the famous Trevi Fountain worth 327 thousand euros.
The Center for Strategic Communications responded to the Pope's words about “understanding” between Ukrainians and Russians. The Center emphasized that the rhetoric about “brotherly peoples” is dangerous and plays into the Kremlin's narratives.
U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken will visit Italy on November 23-27 to participate in the G7 ministerial meeting. He will also meet with Pope Francis at the Vatican to discuss international issues.
Taiwan explained that military assistance to Ukraine is a “sensitive issue” because of its relations with China. The country provides humanitarian aid through neighboring states and has joined Western sanctions against russia.
Pope Francis has announced the date of Carlo Acutis' canonization - April 27, 2025. The teenager, who died of leukemia in 2006, became famous for creating religious websites and popularizing Catholic miracles.
Olena Zelenska and Yulia Svyrydenko had an audience with Pope Francis in the Vatican. They discussed the release of prisoners, the return of deported children, and handed over a gift - a St. Nicholas plate.
International measures to return deported Ukrainians and prisoners of war are approved at a conference in Montreal. Qatar, the Vatican, and the UAE mediate repatriation talks.
The Vatican synod voted to expand the role of women in church leadership, but without the right to be ordained as priests. Out of 368 delegates, almost 60 were women, and all 151 proposals were supported.
Pope Francis has announced that the salaries of cardinals in the Vatican will be cut starting November 1. The decision is aimed at curbing the budget deficit and demonstrating a “spirit of service and substance.
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov met with Cardinal Zuppi, the Pope's envoy for peace in Ukraine. They discussed humanitarian cooperation and bilateral relations in the context of the conflict in Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy met with Pope Francis in the Vatican. He presented the pontiff with a painting depicting a little girl, Marichka, who symbolizes the victims of the massacre in Bucha.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in the Vatican for talks with Pope Francis. This is Zelenskyy's second private audience in the Vatican after a meeting in May 2023.