A day after his meeting with King Charles III, Pope Francis made an unscheduled visit to St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. The Pope was seen greeting pilgrims and workers during the quiet morning walk, drawing surprise and admiration from visitors. A video of the visit has since gone viral.

Pope Francis makes surprise visit to St. Peter’s Basilica after royal meeting

Pope Francis has made a surprise entrance to St. Peter’s square during a special jubilee mass for the sick and medical workers in his first public appearance at the Vatican since leaving the hospital

Pope makes surprise appearance at St. Peter’s square, 2 weeks after leaving hospital

World: After the Mass, the Vatican released a text prepared by Francis in which he prayed for “doctors, nurses, and health workers, who are not always helped to work in adequate conditions and are sometimes even victims of aggression.”

Pope Francis makes surprise public appearance at the Vatican

World | Pope Francis makes first public appearance from hospital balcony to bless crowd since being admitted on February 14. The pontiff has been battling against pneumonia for five weeks.

Pope Francis makes first public appearance in five weeks as he leaves hospital

World: "Pope Francis intends to wave and offer a blessing from the Agostino Gemelli hospital in Rome after Angelus prayers," The Vatican said Saturday.

Pope Francis to make first public appearance tomorrow after weeks of hospitalisation

The Vatican released the first photograph of Pope Francis on Sunday, more than a month after he was admitted to the hospital for double pneumonia. The image was taken from behind while he was co-celebrating Mass in the hospital's chapel.

Vatican shares Pope Francis' first photo since his hospitalisation

Pope Francis's health condition is improving, and doctors no longer fear for his life, the Vatican announced Monday, stating the 88-year-old pontiff could be discharged within days. watch this report for more details!

Pope Francis' condition improves, doctors claim 'no imminent danger to life'

Pope Francis, who is responding well to treatment for pneumonia, thanked his doctors and health care workers as he missed delivering a fourth straight Angelus prayer in person. Watch this report for more details!

Ailing Pope thanks doctors and healthcare workers as condition improves

Pope Francis thanks medical staff for 'tender' care

World: Speculation about the pope’s resignation started soon after he was admitted to Rome's Gemelli Hospital on February 14 after complaining of breathing difficulties.

‘He won’t give in’: Pope Francis battles pneumonia and resignation rumours amid hospitalisation

Pope Francis's condition was stable on Sunday, the Vatican said on his 17th day in hospital, while adding that the 88-year-old's prognosis was "reserved". Watch in for more details!

Pope Francis' condition is 'stable', no longer needs ventilation: Vatican

Reports say all is not well in the Vatican on the financial front. Prior to his being hospitalised, the Pope faced signficant resistance from cardinals regarding his proposals to address the Vatican's financial struggles.

Pope Francis' financial woes continue to mount

Hundreds of faithful gathered at St. Peter’s Square to pray for Pope Francis as he continues to recover. The Vatican reports a slight but steady improvement in his health.

Faithful gather at Vatican to pray for Pope Francis' health

Thousands of people gathered in St. Peter’s Square to pray for an ailing Pope Francis, expressing sorrow for his suffering and hope for his recovery. Watch this report for more details!

Hundreds of faithful pray at St Peter's Square for Pope Francis' health

World | On Tuesday (Feb 25), Pope Francis approved the canonisation of two new saints as he continued to carry out his papal duties from his hospital bed.

Pope Francis: 88-year-old pontiff who loves simplicity, is deeply loved by his diocese

Pope Francis, hospitalised in critical condition with pneumonia in both lungs, was showing signs of "slight improvement", the Vatican said Monday, while cautioning that doctors would not offer a prognosis. Watch this report for more details!

Pope Francis critical but showing ‘slight improvement’: Vatican

The Vatican reports Pope Francis is in critical condition due to an asthma-like respiratory crisis requiring high-flow oxygen and blood transfusions. Watch this report for more details!

Pope Francis in critical condition after health deteriorates, Vatican says

Pope Francis could resign over ill health says Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi. He described the pope’s condition as complex, but not critical. Watch this report for more details!

Cardinals say Pope Francis could resign if health worsens

Pope Francis could resign over ill health: Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi

88-year-old Pope Francis showed a slight improvement while battling pneumonia. But what exactly is double pneumonia? It's an infection that affects both lungs. The infection inflames the air sacs in the lungs, or the Alveoli, filling them up with fluid or pus. Watch in for more details!

Pope Francis' tests show improvement, clinical condition 'stable'

88-year-old Pope Francis has been hospitalized with double pneumonia, which is complicating his recovery. But what exactly is double pneumonia? It's an infection that affects both lungs. The infection inflames the air sacs in the lungs, or the Alveoli, filling them up with fluid or pus. Watch in for more details!

Pope Francis suffering from double pneumonia, shows 'slight improvement'

World: Pope was admitted to a Rome hospital with bronchitis after suffering breathing difficulties, but the Holy See revealed that he had got pneumonia in both of his lungs.

Pope Francis 'breathing on his own' despite pneumonia, spent a 'peaceful night': Vatican source

Pope Francis has been diagnosed with double pneumonia after further tests showed a continuing “complex” medical situation. Watch this report for more details!

Pope Francis has double pneumonia, Vatican cancels weekend engagements

World | Despite his condition, Pope Francis remains in good spirits, engaging in prayer and reading, while expressing gratitude for the support and prayers he receives.

Pope Francis suffering from 'bilateral pneumonia', several events cancelled

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