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The Vatican has revealed that Pope Francis' condition has stabilised, although he remains critical. Israel prepares to free hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in exchange for bodies of four hostages. CCTV footage aired in court showed the moment a golden toilet was stolen from a UK palace.

Pope Francis suffered an isolated coughing fit on Friday that resulted in him inhaling vomit, requiring non-invasive mechanical ventilation, the Vatican said in relaying a setback in his two-week long battle against double pneumonia.

Vice President JD Vance acknowledged Pope Francis’ criticism of the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration.