(ANSA) - ROME, JUN 9 - Pope Francis on Friday thanked all the well wishers who have sent him speedy recovery wishes and prayers after he had abdominal surgery in a Rome hospital on Wednesday.
    "I thank you from the bottom of my heart for the prayers and the many messages of closeness and affection that have come in these days. I pray for everyone, especially for those who are suffering. I ask you to continue to pray for me", said the Pope in a tweet. (ANSA).