In a white Fiat 500L, wearing nasal tubes for supplemental oxygen, Pope Francis entered Vatican City, marking a sigh of relief for many who feared his illness could lead to a fatal outcome or even his resignation.
According to media reports, the motorcade, which initially overshot the Vatican, took a detour to the basilica where Francis, too weak to get out of the car, offered a bouquet of flowers to the cardinal.
The flowers were placed in front of the revered Salus Populi Romani icon, a symbol of personal significance to the pope.
This moment followed his first public appearance in weeks, where he briefly waved from a hospital balcony, offering a thumbs-up and blessing to the crowd.
Despite his visible weakness, Pope Francis seemed grateful for the support of the many gathered outside the hospital.
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