Pope Leo to gradually resume papal activities since removal of cancerous tumour
Pope Leo XIV has made his first major public appearance in St. Peter's Square, telling thousands of faithful that he will gradually resume his papal activities. The 71-year-old pontiff delivered the Angelus prayer just days after undergoing surgery at Rome's Gemelli hospital to remove a cancerous tumour and part of his right lung. Discharged on Saturday following the Tuesday procedure, the pope expressed gratitude for the prayers of the public and announced that a delicate phase of his recovery has now passed.
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- ✓ Pope Leo XIV had a piece of his right lung removed after receiving a diagnosis of lung cancer.
- ✓ The surgery took place on Tuesday at Rome's Gemelli hospital.
- ✓ The 71-year-old pope was discharged from the hospital on Saturday.
- ✓ Pope Leo XIV addressed thousands of people in St. Peter's Square on Sunday to deliver the Angelus prayer.
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Pope Leo XIV made his first public appearance in St. Peter's Square on Sunday to address thousands of faithful and announce his gradual return to work.
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Pope Leo Resumes Duties After Lung Cancer Surgery
Pope Leo XIV has made his first major public appearance in St. Peter's Square, telling thousands of faithful that he will gradually resume his papal activities. The 71-year-old pontiff delivered the Angelus prayer just days after undergoing surgery at Rome's Gemelli hospital to remove a cancerous tumour and part of his right lung. Discharged on Saturday following the Tuesday procedure, the pope expressed gratitude for the prayers of the public and announced that a delicate phase of his recovery has now passed.
Why it matters
The sudden discovery of the cancerous tumour and subsequent lung surgery marked a significant medical event for the Vatican leadership. The 71-year-old pope's rapid discharge and public return to lead the Angelus prayer demonstrate a swift initial recovery. Observers and the faithful closely monitor his health and the pace of his return to full official duties.
What is confirmed
- Pope Leo XIV had a piece of his right lung removed after receiving a diagnosis of lung cancer.
- The surgery took place on Tuesday at Rome's Gemelli hospital.
- The 71-year-old pope was discharged from the hospital on Saturday.
- Pope Leo XIV addressed thousands of people in St. Peter's Square on Sunday to deliver the Angelus prayer.
What to watch next
- Updates on the pope's ongoing medical recovery and potential adjustments to his official Vatican schedule
- Further statements from medical staff regarding his long-term prognosis
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