Pope Francis Misses Holy Year Events Due to Illness

Pope Francis will miss this weekend's Holy Year events due to illness. The Vatican announced the 88-year-old pontiff has a respiratory infection and is currently in Rome's Gemelli hospital. His absence is a significant moment during these important religious festivities.

Pope Francis will not attend this weekend's Holy Year events, according to a statement from the Vatican on Tuesday, citing ongoing health issues.

The 88-year-old leader of the Catholic Church has been battling a respiratory infection for over a week and was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital last Friday.

This development marks a significant moment as the pontiff misses out on the key religious ceremonies of the Holy Year.

(With inputs from agencies.)