https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/first-images-released-of-pope-leo-as-recovery-continues-at-hospital-after-cancer-surgeryContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/first-images-released-of-pope-leo-as-recovery-continues-at-hospital-after-cancer-surgeryhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/first-images-released-of-pope-leo-as-recovery-continues-at-hospital-after-cancer-surgery#u136281Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:10:44 +0000Pope Leo XIV has been discharged from the hospital following cancer surgery and thanked thousands of faithful in St. Peter's Square on Sunday. The pontiff stated he will gradually resume his activities as his recovery progresses. New images and photographs showed Pope Leo celebrating Mass at the hospital and appearing in public for the first time since his lung cancer diagnosis and subsequent operation. The Vatican previously announced his plans to recite the Angelus prayer in public on Sunday.Why it mattersThe sudden cancer diagnosis introduced significant uncertainty regarding the papac