Auftritt nach Lungenoperation: Papst bei Rückkehr in den Vatikan umjubelt
Nach seiner Krebs-OP ist Leo XIV. zurück im Vatikan. Beim Angelus-Gebet vor Zehntausenden auf dem Petersplatz wirkt er fit. Aber noch gibt es keine Entwarnung. Wie sehen die nächsten Wochen aus?
Pope Leo XIV returned to the Vatican after a lung operation, greeted with jubilation from thousands who gathered in St. Peter's Square. The 71-year-old leader addressed the crowd from his office window, saying "Dear Brothers and Sisters, have a beautiful Sunday!" His outwardly healthy appearance and clear voice as he spoke for about eight minutes impressed many attendees.
The jubilation was evident in the expressions of relief and joy from the faithful. Michelle Sutko, a Chicago resident from the Pope's hometown, expressed her hope that he would fully recover and continue as shepherd for years to come. Pope Leo thanked the medical staff at Gemelli Hospital, where he underwent a 90-minute surgery to remove a malignant tumor from the lower lobe of his right lung.
He also expressed appreciation for those who face similar illnesses. The Pope had made his condition public a week before the operation. He underwent the surgery on Tuesday and was discharged from the hospital on Saturday, despite concerns about potential metastasis of the cancer. Plans for a South American tour were still on track, with the Pope promising a gradual return to his activities, guided by God's help and the prayers of the faithful.
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