Lung Cancer: Pope Leo XIII Undergoes Surgery
October 13, 2026
Pope Leo XIII has been diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent successful surgery to remove a malignant tumor. The operation lasted about 90 minutes, during which doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung. The 71-year-old Pope had been in the hospital for the procedure and greeted a crowd of faithful. According to medical announcements, his health condition is stable and there were no complications. Doctors advised him to proceed with the removal of the tumor as it was initially diagnosed.