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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Nicole Winfield

Pope spends third night on ventilator as he battles pneumonia

Pope Francis has had another “peaceful” night in hospital after experiencing two respiratory crises earlier this week, the Vatican reported Thursday.

The 88-year-old pontiff, who has been in hospital since February 14, spent a third night aided by a non-invasive ventilator to support his breathing.

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