Pope Leo XIV recovers from lung surgery
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Pope Leo XIV
Vatican City
October 21, 2026
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Pope Leo XIV does not require further treatment after surgery to remove a cancerous lung growth. The Pope held his first weekly general audience since the operation. The Pope recently spoke with Putin and Zelensky regarding peace.
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