Pope says to be operated in 'coming days' for lung nodule

Vatican City - Pope Leo XIV has announced he will undergo surgery in the coming days for a lung nodule, according to a weekly address made from St Peter's Square. The 71-year-old pontiff stated that the nodule was detected during recent medical examinations and is located at a very early stage. Pope Leo XIV, who is originally from Chicago and became the first U.S. pope last year after the death of his predecessor Francis, explained that doctors believe the operation to remove the nodule is necessary.

The Vatican press office confirmed that the expected recovery time from the surgery would be around one week. Following his announcement, Pope Leo XIV proceeded with his Angelus prayers and then visited the site of a recent port blast.