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Pope Francis in critical condition after long respiratory crisis, requiring oxygen at high flow
- Pope Francis is in critical condition after a prolonged respiratory crisis and lung infection, receiving high-flow oxygen and blood transfusions for low platelet counts.
- Doctors are concerned about potential sepsis, a severe blood infection, but as of now, there is no evidence of it.
- The Vatican mentioned Francis suffering from an asthmatic respiratory crisis, which required high-flow oxygen.
- Speculation about his resignation arose, but Vatican officials dismissed rumors and emphasized his health and recovery.
- President Donald Trump has been briefed on the pope's condition, and the White House is praying for his recovery.
- Deacons gathered at the Vatican for a special Holy Year weekend, with Francis missing celebrations due to illness.
- Amid illness, Francis skipped his traditional Sunday blessing for the second consecutive weekend.
- Despite his absence, deacons expressed support and prayers for Francis' recovery during the Jubilee celebration.
- The 88-year-old pope remains conscious, alert, and working while receiving treatment at Gemelli hospital.
- Officials, including the Vatican secretary of state, urged focus on Francis' health rather than rumors about his potential resignation.
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