https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pope-leo-xiv-arrives-in-uruguay-starting-12-day-latin-america-tourContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pope-leo-xiv-arrives-in-uruguay-starting-12-day-latin-america-tourhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/pope-leo-xiv-arrives-in-uruguay-starting-12-day-latin-america-tour#u190581Tue, 10 Nov 2026 08:56:01 +0000Pope Leo XIV arrived in Uruguay to begin a 12-day tour of South America, marking his first major international trip since undergoing lung cancer surgery just weeks ago. Thousands of people welcomed the pontiff with flags and painted faces in Montevideo, where he celebrated his first Mass in the region and urged Catholics to bridge divides and care for the vulnerable. Officials and medical teams reported that the pope is in pretty good health despite the recent operation, which had previously cast doubt on whether the demanding itinerary would take place.Why it mattersThe visit marks the first