Rumors about Pope Francis: Is he really in critical condition?

Rumors about Pope Francis: Is he really in critical condition?

It's seething in the Vatican! While Pope Francis has been being treated in Rome's Gemelli Hospital for momentous days, worrying rumors are circulating about his health. According to reports, artificially created images are being distributed that depict the Pope as deceased. The uproar is great and the Roman police have already launched an investigation to clarify the source of this misinformation krone.at reported.

Recent reports about Francis paint a mixed picture. Since his admission to the hospital on February 14, the Vatican has released regular information. According to a medical bulletin expected on Saturday evening, the pope's condition remains "complex but stable." He is receiving intensive supplemental oxygen and even resumed physical therapy and breathing exercises on Friday - a sign of his determination to overcome the serious respiratory disease. Vatican News confirmed that Francis showed no signs of shortness of breath or fever and was cooperating with his medical team.

The rumor mill is churning

Meanwhile, a nun close to the Pope has reacted with alarm to the rumors, declaring: "There are incredible things going around." Signs that he was no longer in hospital were questioned as users on social media posted videos claiming this. However, the Vatican remains committed to showing transparency and providing the public with accurate information. “Fake news comments on itself,” is the official statement. On Friday, the Pope spoke via the X account and thanked the faithful for their prayers and support.

Despite the more tense situation, Ellozun's forecast remains cautious. The assessment of the treating doctors is clear: the condition is “stable but complex”. As Pope Francis struggles to regain his health, the world is clinging to hope that the popular pontiff will soon be back on his feet.