Vatican says Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer, and the lower lobe of his right lung was removed

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The Vatican announced that Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma. The first American pontiff underwent a successful surgical procedure to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. According to the Holy See Press Office, the surgery was completed as planned, and the Pope has since returned to his room. Medical tests conducted prior to the operation had already led officials to suspect the diagnosis, and further updates are expected from the Vatican.
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