Global Politics Report Editorial
Pope diagnosed with lung cancer but had successful surgery, Vatican says
Pope Leo had successful surgery to remove a lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said.
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Source: BBC News
Politics desk: Policy
Published: Oct. 13, 2026 at 08:17 PM ET
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Original source: BBC News