Pope Leo says he will gradually resume duties after cancer surgery

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World News · the U.S. · October 18, 2026

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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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