Vatican City, Holy See: Just days after leaving hospital following a hernia operation, Pope Francis on Thursday declared himself ready for World Youth Day in Lisbon in August -- despite still having difficulties breathing.
"Some think that because of illness I can't go, but the doctor told me I can, so I'll be with you," the 86-year-old said in a video message to participants of the Catholic Church event.
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