In brief
Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent a successful 90‑minute surgery to remove part of his right lung at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital. The 71‑year‑old Pope is expected to remain in hospital for about a week. Vatican officials confirmed the operation and the patient’s stable condition. Faithful worldwide sent well‑wishes, with reporters like Sarah Rainsford gathering in St. Peter’s Square. The Vatican continues to monitor the Pope’s recovery.
The Pope, 71, underwent a 90‑minute operation on Tuesday at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital to remove part of his right lung. Vatican officials confirmed a diagnosis of lung cancer and said the procedure was successful.
The Pope is expected to remain in hospital for about a week while doctors monitor his recovery.
Sarah Rainsford, BBC Southern and Eastern Europe correspondent, was in St. Peter’s Square where people sent their well‑wishes. The Vatican continues to report updates on the Pope’s condition.
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