Pope Leo XIV Declared Cancer-Free After Surgery

Pope Leo XIV has received positive news regarding his health, as follow-up tests have confirmed his lung cancer is localized and requires no further treatment. The 71-year-old pontiff underwent surgery last week to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. This procedure, performed at Rome's Gemelli hospital, successfully removed the adenocarcinoma, the most common type of lung cancer.

Doctors have stated that the cancer was caught early and has not spread, eliminating the need for additional therapies. Pope Leo XIV was discharged from the hospital just four days after the surgery and has already resumed his duties, including public appearances. He even made a call to Russian President Putin while recuperating.

Despite the recent surgery, the Vatican has confirmed that the Pope is in good health and will proceed with his planned November trip to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru. This international engagement includes numerous flights and high-altitude stops, underscoring his robust recovery.