Pope Francis remained in critical condition and resting Wednesday, as Argentines and Romans alike gathered in the Eternal City to pray for his recovery from double pneumonia. The Vatican’s short morning update said: “The pope had a peaceful night and is resting.

Pope Francis, a frequent visitor to Rome, is supported by local artisans during his battle with double pneumonia

An American Airlines flight out of New York to New Delhi was diverted to Rome on Sunday over a "possible security issue," ABC News reported, citing a statement by the airline. American Airlines Flight 292,

A source familiar with the situation said the bomb threat towards Flight AA292, which was traveling from New York to New Delhi, was sent via email.

Two Italian military fighter jets flanked American Airlines Flight 292 as it arrived but the Federal Aviation Administration did not elaborate on what was the security issue aboard the plane.