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WorldVatican reveals Pope Leo XIV’s lung cancer diagnosis and surgery details

The Vatican says Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer and underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. The 71-year-old had a 90-minute operation at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital and was later diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma; the lump was first found during routine checks.

BBBC News 2026-10-13 22:17