The Vatican press office announced that the pope had a quiet night and had his breakfast as normal.

The same source also added that by tomorrow it is expected to be known how Francis is reacting to the new treatment he is being given.

It is estimated that, based on these results, a clearer prediction can be made about the overall length of the pontiff’s stay at the Agostino Gemelli hospital in Rome.

The pope is breathing without mechanical support and is receiving close associates with whom he is discussing issues concerning the Roman Catholic Church.