Goa, Feb. 24 -- Pope Francis has exhibited an "initial, slight insufficiency" in his kidney function, as reported by the Vatican on Sunday. The Pope has been hospitalized since February 14 and is currently battling double pneumonia.

"The condition of the Holy Father remains critical; however, he has not encountered any additional respiratory crises since yesterday evening. He has received two units of concentrated red blood cells, which have had a positive impact, resulting in an increase in his hemoglobin levels. While thrombocytopenia remains stable, some blood tests indicate early, mild renal insufficiency, which is presently being managed. High-flow oxygen therapy continues to be administered via nasal cannulas. The Holy Father remai...