After being admitted to hospital on 14 February, Pope Francis has developed pneumonia in both lungs, and his condition remains ‘complex’. The 88-year-old pontiff has been battling a respiratory infection for over a week. A follow-up CT scan confirmed bilateral pneumonia, prompting adjustments to his treatment. Despite the serious nature of his illness, the Vatican reports that he remains in good spirits, spending time reading, resting, and praying. Francis' history of lung complications, including pleurisy and a partial lung removal in his youth, makes him particularly vulnerable to such infections. His illness has raised concerns over the upcoming Holy Year, a major Catholic ‘jubilee’ event expected to draw millions to Rome in 2025; uncertainty looms over his ability to fulfil his demanding schedule. See