Pope Emeritus Benedict is 'very sick,' Pope Francis reveals

Pope Francis announced Wednesday during his general audience that his predecessor, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, has taken a sudden turn for the worse.

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He added, "Let us remember him. He is very sick, asking the Lord to console and sustain him in this witness of love for the Church, until the end."

The Holy See Press Office later confirmed the pontiff's announcement and said Benedict has taken a turn for the worse medically, according to a report in Catholic News Agency.