With global media closely monitoring the Pope’s health, the Vatican Press Office issued an update early this morning, February 25, stating: "The Pope rested well throughout the night."
In the medical bulletin released the previous evening, February 24, a slight improvement in his condition was noted: There had been no new respiratory complications. The oxygen flow had been slightly reduced. Test results showed improvement. His mild kidney insufficiency was not a cause for concern, according to the report. Despite his hospitalization, on Monday, February 24, Pope Francis resumed work and, in the evening, made a phone call to a parish in Gaza.
During these days of special concern for the Pope, the Salesians of Don Bosco—who, following their founder, have always nurtured a deep devotion to the Vicar of Christ—are organizing and promoting prayer vigils and spiritual initiatives worldwide. With a particular focus on involving young people, they are imploring the Lord for the gift of health for the Holy Father.
