The pontiff's condition “remains critical,” the Holy See Press Office says in a statement issued Sunday evening.

Pope Francis's blood tests also indicated "an initial, slight renal insufficiency, which is currently under control," the Vatican statement said.

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Pope Francis remained in critical condition Sunday and blood tests showed early kidney failure but he remains alert, ...

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The update comes after the Pope released a message thanking people for their affection and asking for prayers.

The Vatican did not provide further details about the condition of the pope, who has been in the hospital for more than a week.

Francis, 88, is in critical condition at a Rome hospital with a complex lung infection. The Vatican said he was "alert and ...

Pope Francis remains in a critical condition a day after suffering a respiratory crisis. The 88-year-old, who is suffering ...