Pope Francis has visited his predecessor Benedict XVI after the 95-year-old former pope’s health worsened in recent hours, a Vatican spokesperson said on Wednesday. Francis had described Benedict as being “very sick” during a general audience at the Vatican earlier in the day. He urged the faithful to ask God “to comfort and support” the retired pontiff. Vatican spokesperson Matteo Bruni attributed Benedict’s condition to his advanced age, without providing further details. “The situation is under control for the moment,” Bruni said. Benedict’s long-time companion and personal assistant Georg …