Pope Francis Shows Frailty After Pneumonia Battle
The 88 year old pope left Gemelli hospital barely able to lift his arms and gasped for breath. He has long faced questions about aging leaders while stressing inclusion and spiritual strength. Officials and experts note fragility as part of life and leadership, urging endurance and a shift toward an inclusive society despite age.
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Pope Francis shows surprising improvement after pneumonia crisis
Rome doctors say the pope, 88, is lively and recovering well after five weeks in hospital for bronchitis that developed into double pneumonia and a fungal infection. A physician notes reduced oxygen need, stronger voice, and continued therapy while cautioning against rushing return to duties.
Eid of sadness in Gaza as food dwindles and mournings rise
Palestinians marked Eid al-Fitr amid shrinking food supplies and mass mourning after Israeli airstrikes. Dozens of emergency responders and civilians were killed in Rafah and Gaza City, as mediators seek a renewed truce amid ongoing war and displacements. Israel asserts military action targets militants while Western and Arab diplomats push for ceasefire terms.
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