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Pope Leo says he will gradually resume duties after cancer surgery
First reported Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:55:01 GMT · Last updated
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Pope Leo says he will gradually resume duties after cancer surgeryNPR · published 2026-10-18 12:55 UTC

Pope Leo XIV thanked thousands of faithful in St. Peter's Square on Sunday for their prayers while he was hospitalized, and said he plans to gradually return to his usual duties.
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Pope Leo XIV thanked thousands of faithful in St. Peter's Square on Sunday for their prayers while he was hospitalized, and said he plans to gradually return to his usual duties.
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:55:01 GMT
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