Pope Leo XIV to Be Discharged From Rome Hospital on Saturday
· World · CBS News, The Independent
Pope Leo XIV will be released from Rome's Gemelli Hospital on Saturday, four days after undergoing surgery to remove a portion of his right lung following a lung cancer diagnosis. His personal physician confirmed he was fit for discharge based on blood tests, a chest X-ray, and a clinical assessment. The Vatican announced that the 71-year-old pontiff will recite the Angelus prayer from his papal apartment window on Sunday. Prior to his release, Pope Leo spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the humanitarian situation in Oleshky, Ukraine, and held meetings with senior church officials. The Vatican has indicated that his scheduled trip to South America next month appears to be moving forward.
Why it matters
The pope's rapid recovery and impending discharge reassure the global Catholic Church regarding his health and his ability to resume papal duties and international travel.
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