Support for Ecuadorean leftist Luisa Gonzalez's call for a recount in the country's presidential election was dwindling on Monday, as a growing number of prominent members of her party said President Daniel Noboa had secured a full term in Sunday's vote.

Following a lengthy hospital stay for a critical respiratory problem, Pope Francis greeted parishioners gathered for Sunday Mass in St. Peter's Square. "Happy Palm Sunday and Happy Holy Week," the pontiff said following the ceremony as he waved to the throngs of congregants.