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Who are the possible contenders to replace Pope Francis?

Francis did many things differently from his predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI. Who could replace him after this year's conclave?

Euronews

JD Vance granted lightning audience with Pope Francis in Vatican

US vice-president spends few minutes with pontiff whom he has publicly disagreed with over migration

The Guardian - UK

JD Vance Went to Vatican After Pope's Rebuke of Trump's Immigration Crackdown for 'An Exchange of Opinions'

On Saturday, Vice President JD Vance went to the Vatican's Apostolic Palace to meet with Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin and the Foreign Minister, Archbishop Paul Gallagher.

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Vance And Francis: Divergent Values But Shared Ideas

Pope Francis is the spiritual leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics who preaches for a more open church and empathy for migrants.

International Business Times

Vance Discusses Migration During Vatican Meeting With Pope's Right-hand Man

US Vice President JD Vance met with the Vatican's second-highest official on Saturday, in which they discussed the thorny issue of refugees just two months after Pope Francis incurred the wrath of the White House after lambasting the new US administration over its migration policies.

International Business Times

Vatican reveals ‘exchange of opinions’ that took place during Vance meeting

Vice President JD Vance met with the Vatican’s No. 2 official, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, amid tensions over the U.S. crackdown on migrants

The Independent UK

White House floats US-Europe meeting as JD Vance meets Giorgia Meloni in Rome

Meloni has positioned herself as a bridge between the Trump administration and Europe and was the lone EU leader to attend his inauguration.

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Convalescing Pope Francis Aims To Give Easter Blessing: Vatican

Pope Francis, who is recovering from a life-threatening bout of pneumonia, intends to give his Easter Sunday blessing, the Vatican indicated Thursday, without specifying whether he would lead other celebrations.

International Business Times

How the Pope’s life-threatening illness has changed his views on the world

He says his health struggles have sharpened his perspective

The Independent UK

Pope Marks Month In Hospital As Footballers Send Messages

Pope Francis marked a month in hospital Friday, with football players sending him messages of support for his recovery from pneumonia, including the captain of his favourite team, San Lorenzo.

International Business Times

How Is A New Pope Chosen: Everything You Need To Know About Conclave

As Pope Francis, who is 88 years old, continues to battle health issues, the question of what will happen next for the Catholic Church is more pressing than ever.

International Business Times UK

Who’s who at the Vatican?

For more than two weeks, eyes have been on the Vatican, awaiting news about Pope Francis’ health. The pope has been at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital since Feb. 14, 2025, being treated for double pneumonia and other complications.

The Conversation

Pope Francis thanks well-wishers and prays ‘above all for peace’ amid pneumonia battle

Pope Francis, 88, is said to be in a stable condition amid battle with double pneumonia

Evening Standard

Thousands Gather In St. Peter's Square To Pray For Pope

Thousands gather in St. Peter's Square to pray for critically ill Pope Francis, expressing gratitude for his contributions to the Catholic Church.

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The Guardian - UK

Pope Francis remains ‘critical but stable’ in hospital with pneumonia

Pontiff has carried on with work, including holding a meeting in hospital to approve two people for sainthood

The Independent UK

Critically ill Pope ‘slept well’, Vatican says, as thousands unite in prayer

The 88-year-old has now been in hospital for 11 days

The Guardian - UK

Pope Francis remains in critical condition, Vatican says

Pontiff had reportedly fallen into critical condition, receiving high flows of oxygen and blood transfusions in hospital as he battles complex lung infection

The Independent UK

Who leads the Catholic Church when the Pope is sick?

Nothing has changed in his status, role or power since Francis was elected the 266th pope on March 13, 2013

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The Independent UK

Vatican issues one-line statement in Sunday Pope health update

‘The night was tranquil, the pope rested’

The Independent UK

Pope Francis in ‘critical condition’ after suffering severe respiratory crisis

The 88-year-old pontiff has been in hospital for a week with a complex lung infection, with his health deteriorating over the past 24 hours

International Business Times

Pope 'Rested Well' On Eighth Night In Hospital: Vatican

Pope Francis "rested well" during his eighth night in hospital, where the 88-year-old is being treated for double pneumonia, the Vatican said Saturday.

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: ‘Occupiers’ ship severely damaged’ in Kavkas across from Crimea

Zelenskiy’s and Kamala Harris’s aides hold phone talks; Spanish pensioner jailed over anti-Ukraine letter bombs. What we know on day 882

Caixin Global

Beijing Willing to Work With Vatican for Better Ties, Foreign Ministry Says

Comments come after Holy See’s top diplomat expresses desire for a ‘stable presence’ in China

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Israel objects to Vatican official's comments on Gaza carnage

Israel lodges a complaint against Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican's Secretary of State, for his comments on Israel's military actions in Gaza.

The Independent UK

Pope says he has acute bronchitis, doctors recommended against travel to avoid change in temperature

Pope Francis says he is suffering from acute and infectious bronchitis

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