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Vatican issues brief statement on critically ill Pope Francis

Pope Francis, 88, critically ill with double pneumonia for almost two weeks in Rome's Gemelli hospital. Vatican issued a nine-word statement, mentioning a tranquil night and rest. Pope met Vatican secretary of state to approve new saints' decrees. Condition remains guarded with stable circulatory system.