The Vatican said the 88-year-old pontiff, who has been hospitalized for pneumonia, was responding well to treatment and that it was too soon to say how serious the incident was.
(James Hill | The New York Times) Clergy and the public take part in a recitation of the rosary for Pope Francis’ health at St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City, on Monday night, Feb. 24, 2025. The pontiff suffered a respiratory setback Friday.