Pope diagnosed with lung cancer but had successful surgery, Vatican says
The Vatican says Pope Leo's lung cancer surgery was successful after surgeons removed the lower lobe of his right lung.
The Vatican has confirmed that Pope Leo was diagnosed with lung cancer and has undergone surgery, which officials described as successful.
Surgeons removed the lower lobe of the Pope's right lung during the operation. Crowds gathered outside the hospital as he arrived, with many filming on their phones and others praying quietly.
Doctors will keep monitoring the Pope closely in the days ahead, and the world now waits for news of a strong recovery.
Reporting based on coverage from BBC News.
