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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 surgery
NPR · published 2026-10-18 12:55 UTC
Pope Leo says he will gradually resume duties after cancer surgery
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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.

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