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UPDATED Oct 16, 2026 at 9:04 AM ET
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Vatican releases first photos of Pope Leo after surgery

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The Vatican released the first photos of Pope Leo XIV since surgery to remove a cancerous tumour from his right lung. In Rome, he celebrated Mass at Gemelli hospital on Friday while recovering; doctors said his recovery was progressing normally, and the Vatican confirmed he would make his first public appearance on Sunday.
WHO: The Vatican
WHAT: The Vatican released the first photos of Pope Leo XIV since his lung tumour surgery.
WHEN: Oct 16, 2026
WHERE: Rome, Italy
WHY: The photos showed Pope Leo after surgery to remove a cancerous tumour from his right lung.
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