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Matteo Bruni, spokesman for the Holy See Press Office, said the 88-year-old pontiff, who is still recovering from a respiratory infection, continues to be weaned off oxygen support.

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Before leaving the hospital, the Pope gave a thumbs-up to the crowd after he was wheeled out onto the balcony.

Before leaving the hospital on Sunday, the 88-year-old pope smiled and waved at well-wishers gathered outside.

We are happy to say that tomorrow he will be at home,” Dr. Sergio Alfieri, the head of the team taking care of the pontiff ...

The Vatican said on Saturday the Pope had shown a "good response" in recent days to his treatment at Rome's Gemelli hospital. The Vatican said Pope Francis spent the night on "non-invasive ...