Francis is being treated for pneumonia, a complex infection and kidney problems that have left him in critical condition.

Pope Francis, hospitalised in critical condition with pneumonia in both lungs, spent a peaceful night and was "resting" Monday, the Vatican said amidst global concern over the pontiff's health. An initial bronchitis diagnosis developed into double pneumonia and on Saturday the Vatican warned for the first time that his condition was critical.

Pope Francis, in critical condition battling double pneumonia, had a "good" night in hospital, slept and is resting, the Vatican said on Monday. The 88-year-old pope was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital on February 14 after having trouble breathing for several days,