The Vatican announced on Monday that Pope Francis, aged 88, is experiencing a 'complex clinical condition' that requires further hospitalization.

The statement follows increasing concerns regarding the pope's health.

Vatican spokesperson Matteo Bruni indicated that recent medical examinations, conducted over the past few days and including today, reveal that the pope is suffering from a 'multi-microbial respiratory infection.' As a result, adjustments to his medication regimen have been made.

Multi-microbial infections involve a combination of viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites.

The pope's current condition has sparked discussions about his ongoing health challenges.