"The medical staff that follows the post-operative course of the Pontiff informs that Pope Francis spent a quiet night managing to rest in a prolonged way" It is in good general condition, alert and breathing spontaneously. Routine follow-up exams are good.

"The Pope is informed of the messages of closeness and affection that have arrived in the last hours and expresses his gratitude, while asking to continue to pray for him", adds the spokesman of the Holy See, Matteo Bruni.