Pope Leo to gradually resume papal activities since removal of cancerous tumour

Pontiff thanks people for their prayers as he recovers from operation on his lung

Pope Leo to gradually resume papal activities since removal of cancerous tumour

TL;DR

  • Pope Leo reappeared publicly for the first time since undergoing surgery for lung cancer.
  • He announced a gradual resumption of his papal activities.
  • Leo thanked those who prayed for him and expressed solidarity with the ill.
  • Doctors reported his recovery is progressing normally, awaiting further test results.
  • His surgeon confirmed there are no clinical reasons preventing him from travelling for a planned trip to South America.