Pope Francis' condition remained stable on Tuesday, and his prognosis remains reserved, according to the Vatican. The pope had needed medical intervention amid two episodes of "acute respiratory failure" on Monday,

Ailing Pope Francis's condition is "stable" and he has not suffered a fresh breathing crisis, the Vatican said Thursday, as the 88-year-old nears three weeks in hospital with pneumonia. "The clinical conditions of the Holy Father have remained stable compared to the previous days",

The Vatican said the pope responded well to the treatment, with a good level of gas exchange, and remained conscious and alert at all times.

An audio message from Pope Francis was played for thousands of people in St. Peter’s Square, where the faithful have prayed for the pope, who has been hospitalized since February.

Pope Francis, battling double pneumonia, had a restful night in hospital, the Vatican said on Wednesday. The 88-year-old pope was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital on February 14 with a severe respiratory infection that has required continuously evolving treatment.

Pope Francis, who has been struggling to overcome double pneumonia for almost three weeks, remained in stable condition throughout the day on Wednesday and has not had any new breathing crises, the Vatican said.

Pope Francis rested peacefully overnight, according to Wednesday's statement from the Vatican regarding the Pope's health condition. Let us remember that the Pope has been treated for bilateral pneumonia since 14 February.

Pope Francis rested peacefully overnight, according to a statement from the Vatican on Wednesday regarding his health condition. The Pope has been treated for bilateral pneumonia since February 14. The Vatican reported on Wednesday morning that he spent a peaceful night in the hospital.