Pope Francis remains critical and has 'slight' kidney issue, Vatican says
Balloons with an image of Pope Francis are seen outside the Gemelli Hospital where Pope Francis is admitted for treatment, in Rome, Italy, February 23, 2025. PHOTO/REUTERS
The Diocese of Rome, which the pope leads, held a special Mass on Sunday evening to pray for Francis, so that he will have "the strength necessary to get through this moment of trial".
