What happened
Pope Leo XIV says doctors found a localized nodule in his lung and that he plans surgery in the coming days. The Vatican expects approximately one week of recovery, according to Ynet. A cancer diagnosis, exact operation date and surgical outcome had not been announced in the reporting reviewed.
This report includes a brief excerpt of the pope’s October 11 Angelus remarks with original Italian audio and an English translation. General information from the American Cancer Society explains what a lung nodule is; it does not establish the pope’s diagnosis. The possible effect on November travel remained unclear.
Reporting reflects the October 11, 2026 announcement.
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