Pope appears in public for first time since surgery
After undergoing a lung operation, the pope said he will resume his duties gradually. There is no "clinical reason" for his South America trip not to go ahead, his surgeon said.
Pope Leo XIV made his public debut following lung cancer surgery, addressing supporters for the first time. The 71-year-old removed part of his right lung during the procedure at Gemelli Hospital in Rome. After being discharged on Saturday, the pontiff thanked those who prayed for him. Speaking normally, he expressed gratitude to the medical staff and his supporters.
Pope Leo, who is 71, thanked God for his recovery. He had previously discussed the situation in Ukraine, urging for a ceasefire in Oleshky. The surgeon, Dr. Stefano Margaritora, reported that the pope is in good clinical condition, with recovery likely within a few days. The pope's upcoming trip to South America, including Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru, is scheduled between November 6 and 17.
Dr. Margaritora stated there are no clinical reasons to postpone the trip. The pope, born in Chicago, has been in office since May 2025.
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