In brief
Pope Leo XIV has no further treatment following a successful 90‑minute operation that removed a lung cancer nodule. Health tests confirmed the tumour was localized, sparing him from additional medication. After a brief discharge, the 71‑year‑old pontiff returned to St. Peter’s Square for his weekly audience and called for cease‑fires in conflict zones. His restored health also fuels plans for an early‑November visit to Latin America. SnapScope keeps you updated with the latest papal news and global peace efforts.
Good news from Rome! Pope Leo XIV has been cleared of lung cancer after a successful surgery that removed a tumour from his right lung. Doctors say no more treatment is needed.
The 71‑year‑old pontiff spent four days at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, where the 90‑minute operation was carried out on 13 Oct. He was discharged over the weekend and took a moment to speak with well‑wishers before heading back to St. Peter’s Square.
On Wednesday he held his first general audience since the operation and raised his hand to remind visitors of his call for peace. He even spoke on the phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging a cease‑fire in a blockaded Ukrainian city, and reached out to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky earlier in the week.
Why does this matter? A healthy pope can travel and promote peace more effectively. The Vatican has already hinted that he’s keen on a trip to Latin America early next month, despite his recent surgery.
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