Pope Leo recovering after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo’s recovery was progressing as planned after surgery removed part of his right lung following a lung-cancer diagnosis, the Guardian and BBC reported. Doctors said he had begun walking in his hospital room and was eating normally, while messages of support arrived from political and religious leaders around the world.
Why it matters
The pontiff’s health could affect Vatican leadership and a demanding international schedule if recovery becomes prolonged.
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Part of the October 15, 2026 brief.