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Pope Francis’ health continues to improve and he no longer needs mechanical ventilation at night
Pope Francis’ state of health continues to “improve” and the non-invasive mechanical ventilation he used at night at the Gemelli hospital in Rome, where he has been admitted for 34 days, has been suspended, the Vatican reported on Wednesday.
“It is confirmed that the clinical conditions of the Holy Father are improving,” it is indicated in the last medical report, in which it is also pointed out that the pope “suspended non-invasive mechanical ventilation and also reduced the need for high-flow oxygen therapy,” with nasal cannulas.
Likewise, “progress in motor and respiratory physiotherapy continues,” the statement said.
In its statement, the Vatican revealed that Francisco, 88 years old and who has been admitted to the Gemelli since February 14, concelebrated the mass this morning, on the feast of St. Joseph, in which Father’s Day is celebrated in many countries.
This Tuesday, Vatican sources had revealed that Francisco, 88 years old and with chronic respiratory problems, managed to sleep the night before in the hospital without resorting to non-invasive mechanical ventilation, that is, without the oxygen mask.
This is a “good step” that must be interpreted with “prudence”, because their doctors insist that their clinical conditions are still “complex within stability,” they added.
Francisco is hospitalized because of bilateral pneumonia and, after going through four difficult crises during his hospitalization, in recent weeks he has experienced a slow and gradual improvement and is no longer in “imminent danger.”
Given the “stability” of the pope, the Gemelli doctors have decided to report after several days, when they can give more details, and the previous medical report dates back to last Saturday, when it was indicated that “the clinical conditions of the Holy Father remain stable, confirming the outstanding evolution in the last week.”
He added that although Francisco “stils requires hospital medical treatment, motor and respiratory physiotherapy,” “he shows additional and gradual improvements.”
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Interpol Operation Leads to 8,700 Arrests and Massive Drug Seizures Across Latin America
Interpol and the Organization of American States (OAS) announced the arrest of more than 8,700 people and the seizure of over 3,300 firearms and 56 tons of illegal drugs across 20 countries in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean following a six-week multinational security operation.
According to a statement released by the OAS, the operation — known as Operation Orca XI — was carried out between October 15 and November 30, 2025, under the coordination of Interpol, with support from the OAS and funding from the European Union.
The operation resulted in 8,701 arrests linked to illegal firearm possession, drug trafficking, and other criminal activities. Authorities also confiscated nearly 200,000 rounds of ammunition, $256,025 in cash, and 210 vehicles connected to criminal operations.
Participating countries additionally reported the seizure of 6.9 tons of cocaine, 659,403 coca plants, 9.3 tons of coca paste, 38.5 tons of marijuana, two tons of methamphetamine, and 11 kilograms of ketamine.
In its statement, the OAS emphasized that illegal arms trafficking in the region is closely tied to other forms of organized crime, including drug trafficking, human trafficking, migrant smuggling, and cybercrime.
“Criminal organizations behind these crimes often use the same routes for multiple illicit goods,” the organization stated, adding that Operation Orca XI exposed the strong links between these criminal networks.
International
Mexico Denies Interpol Red Notice Against Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha Moya
Mexico’s Secretaría de Seguridad y Protección Ciudadana (SSPC) stated on Wednesday that Sinaloa Governor on leave Rubén Rocha Moya is not subject to a Red Notice issued by Interpol, following reports that claimed an international warrant had been issued against him.
In an official statement, the federal agency said consultations were conducted with both national and international authorities, confirming that no international search or arrest mechanism exists against the Sinaloa politician.
“The Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection informs that the governor on leave of Sinaloa, Rubén Rocha Moya, does not have a Red Notice issued by Interpol,” the SSPC said.
The clarification comes after speculation circulated regarding an alleged international order targeting Rocha Moya, prompting federal authorities to publicly deny the claims.
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Rubio and Lavrov Hold Talks After Large-Scale Russian Assault on Ukraine
The United States remains willing to mediate in the war between Russia and Ukraine, Secretary of State Marco Rubiosaid Tuesday following a large-scale Russian attack against Kyiv.
“Every time you see these large attacks by either side, it is a reminder of why this is a terrible war (…) that must come to an end,” Rubio told reporters after holding a phone conversation with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
Speaking during an official visit to India, Rubio stated that the United States is “ready and prepared to do whatever it can” to help facilitate an end to the conflict.
“We hope the opportunity presents itself at some point,” he added.
Russia warned on Monday that it could launch additional strikes against Kyiv, including attacks targeting what it described as “decision-making centers,” after carrying out weekend bombardments involving dozens of drones and missiles across Ukraine. The attacks reportedly killed four people.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, Lavrov urged the United States during the call to evacuate diplomats from its embassy in Kyiv.
Rubio later clarified that Moscow had issued a warning to all embassies in the Ukrainian capital, not only to the U.S. diplomatic mission.
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