JUST-IN: Pope Francis In Critical Condition, Says Vatican

Pope Francis is currently in critical condition after suffering an asthmatic respiratory crisis, according to the Vatican.

A statement from the Vatican, as reported by The Associated Press (AP), revealed that the 88-year-old pontiff remains alert but is experiencing more pain than the previous day. The statement added that his prognosis is currently uncertain.

The Pope has been hospitalized for over a week due to a respiratory infection, and later tests revealed that he was diagnosed with pneumonia.

Details are still unfolding, and further updates will be provided.