In a display of remarkable resilience, Pope Leo XIV reappeared in St. Peter’s Square just five days after undergoing surgery to remove a cancerous tumor from his lung, delivering his traditional Angelus prayer to thousands of faithful. The 71-year-old pontiff, discharged from Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Saturday after doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, expressed deep gratitude for the outpouring of prayers and support, noting that his health struggles had brought him closer to those suffering. He thanked the medical staff for their care and, with God’s help and continued prayers, plans to gradually resume his duties, even as he contemplates a demanding South American tour scheduled for November. The surgery, which removed an adenocarcinoma tumor, marks the first major health crisis of his pontificate, with further tests underway to determine the extent of the disease and potential treatment, though his surgeon believes he is well enough for his upcoming international travel.
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