Pope Leo postpones Assisi peace visit after lung surgery confirms cancer confined

Pope Leo underwent lung surgery on October 13, after which tissue analysis confirmed the tumor was confined and no further radiotherapy or chemotherapy is required. He was discharged on Saturday and is beginning a gradual return to his duties. On medical advice, the pontiff has postponed his planned appearance at the peace gathering in Assisi, citing the need to avoid a helicopter flight during recovery. He remains in contact with the event’s organizers and will continue to fulfill his papal responsibilities.