“The health condition of Archbishop Anastasios of Albania has rapidly deteriorated, and he has been transferred to the ICU, where he is currently intubated,” stated an official announcement released on January 10, 2025, via the Archbishopric’s official social media accounts.
The medical team is closely monitoring his condition, while the Church of Albania and a multitude of faithful continue to offer fervent prayers for his recovery.
Archbishop Anastasios of Albania was admitted to a hospital in Tirana on December 30 due to a virus that had been troubling him. His health condition worsened, and on January 3, it was deemed necessary to transfer him to Athens.
Further updates regarding the Archbishop’s health will be provided by his attending physicians and the Archbishopric of Albania.
Translated by: Konstantinos Menyktas