Infact
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Mostly True Vatican City

The pope fell down on the steps of the Vatican.

Infact verdict: Mostly True (60/100).

Pope Francis did experience a fall. However, the incident happened in his Vatican residence, not on the steps of the Vatican. The fall resulted in a bruise on his right forearm, and he continues to use a walking aid.

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The pope fell down on the steps of the Vatican.
The pope fell at his Vatican residence, not on the steps of the Vatican, resulting in a bruise on his forearm. This misplacement of the location affects the claim's accuracy.

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