Pope Leo XIV Undergoes Surgery in Rome

ROME — Pope Leo XIV has been admitted to Gemelli Hospital for surgery, marking his first significant medical procedure since becoming the pontiff 17 months ago. The operation aims to remove a lung nodule, a condition recently identified.

News of the surgery took many in Vatican City by surprise. Several hundred people gathered outside the hospital to show support for the pope. As the leader of 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide, his health is of significant interest to the global community.

According to hospital officials, the surgery is routine, and the pope is expected to recover quickly. Vatican aides assured that regular updates will be provided as the procedure progresses, emphasizing the pope’s positive outlook and confidence in his medical team.