Pope Francis had a quiet night on Tuesday, says Vatican

Argentinian faithful attending the special Mass for Pope Francis in in Plaza Constitución, in Buenos Aires

Pope Francis had a quiet night and is resting on Wednesday, a statement from the Holy See Press Office said.

The Holy See Press Office highlighted that as of Tuesday evening, the Pope's clinical condition "remains critical but stable," noting he has not had any further acute respiratory crises.

“Upon awaking, the Pope sat in his armchair, where he continued his therapy. He is undergoing the same oxygen therapy as the last few days,” the statement said.

It added that Wednesday evening’s medical update may include the results of the pulmonary CT scan carried out on Tuesday.

The Tuesday evening update on Pope Francis’ health noted that Pope Francis' "clinical condition remains critical but stable. There have been no acute respiratory episodes, and hemodynamic parameters continue to be stable."

“The prognosis remains guarded," continued Tuesday evening's statement. "In the morning, after receiving the Eucharist, he resumed work activities.”

Twice-daily statements have kept the faithful informed about the Pope’s health since he was admitted to the Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome on February 14, 2025, following a bout of bronchitis.

He is currently being treated for double pneumonia and a health update last week noted that he is also showing signs of mild renal insufficiency, “which appears to be under control.”

Catholics around the world continue to pray fervently for Pope Francis as the Holy Father battles a series of medical emergencies.

Over the weekend, the Vatican said the Holy Father had suffered a respiratory crisis and required a blood transfusion, with the Holy See on Sunday evening stating that Francis’ condition was “critical.”

On Saturday, dozens of Catholics gathered in front of Gemelli Hospital in Rome to pray the rosary for the health of the Holy Father.

Local Catholics and jubilee pilgrims in Rome had earlier prayed for Pope Francis’ recovery, with visitors from France and Poland offering prayers while visiting the Eternal City.

The Vatican announced on Monday that cardinals would lead a nightly rosary in St. Peter’s Square for Pope Francis.