Francis was serene after arriving at Rome’s Gemelli hospital after presiding over his morning audiences, Vatican spokesperson Matteo Bruni said.

Pope Francis, 88, has developed double pneumonia due to a polymicrobial respiratory tract infection. The infection is complex due to his history of respiratory issues.

Officials said the 88-year-old pope is suffering from a “polymicrobial respiratory tract infection,” but gave no further details on the severity of his illness or what would change in his ...