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Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer; right lower lung lobe removed

The Vatican says Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung and has been diagnosed with lung cancer; public audiences are suspended through Oct. 20.

Published Oct 13, 2026, 4:34 PM EDT | LehighValleyLive

Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent surgery Tuesday to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said Tuesday.