Pope on deathbed: pontiff hands over affairs

The condition of Pope Francis has deteriorated sharply — the 87-year-old pontiff has been diagnosed with severe bilateral pneumonia, Politico reports. According to the publication, he has urgently handed over the management of key affairs to his closest allies.

«Не справлюсь в этот раз» ("I will not make it this time")

Sources claim that within the narrow circle of the Vatican, the Pope has already expressed doubts about his chances of recovery. He confessed to those close to him that he is not sure he can overcome the illness.