Rome diocese expresses 'affection and closeness' to Pope

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 30 - The Rome Diocese has expressed "all its affection and closeness to its Bishop" Pope Francis, who is receiving hospital treatment for a chest infection, according to a statement issued Thursday.
    The Diocese assured the Pope "unceasing prayer, even stronger at this difficult time", and wished him "a speedy recovery".
    Francis was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital on Wednesday afternoon but tests have ruled out heart problems and pneumonia and medical staff are optimistic. (ANSA).