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Pope Francis, who is battling double pneumonia in hospital, had a "tranquil" night and rested, the Vatican said on Sunday.

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The Vatican issued a medical update saying Pope Francis was "not out of danger." He was receiving "high-flow" oxygen.

Pope Francis rested during a peaceful night after a respiratory crisis and blood transfusions, the Vatican said on Sunday.