It is possible that Pope Francis will leave the Holy See.
The reason for the hypothetical decision could be health problems with the 84-year-old pontiff.
The relevant information appeared today, August 23, in the Italian media.
It is noted that recently there have been rumors in the Vatican about Francis’s possible abdication of the throne.
The fact is that recently a representative of the Catholic Church underwent a difficult surgical procedure: Francis underwent intestinal surgery.
Last year, the pontiff’s health was assessed as satisfactory, despite his advanced age and lung problems that began in his youth.
However, at the end of 2020 and the beginning of 2021, Francis was unable to attend several important events.
The Pope was also unwell at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
In 2014, Francis stated that he accepted the possibility of leaving his post for health reasons.
This is what his predecessor, Benedict XVI, did. In 2013, he abdicated the throne. Now the 94-year-old cleric holds the title of retired Pope.
Perhaps Francis will receive a similar title in the event of his possible abdication.
