Smiling Pope Leo returns to Vatican after cancer surgery

Inquirer.net - Oct 18, 2026

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV left hospital to enthusiastic cheers and applause from well-wishers and returned home to the Vatican on Saturday, four days after undergoing surgery for lung cancer. The 71-year-old pope was seen crossing the lobby of the Gemelli hospital on foot and exiting the building, smiling as he shook hands and

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