Pope Leo XIV appeared in public for the first time in the Vatican after surgery

Performing the traditional Sunday prayer from the window of his office overlooking the Vatican's St. Peter's Square, Pope Leo XIV, in his speech, thanked the medical team that performed his surgery and the support shown to him.

The Pope stated that this experience made him feel especially close to the patients and said, "After this difficult phase has passed, I will gradually return to my activities, always with the help of God and your prayers. Thank you again." he said.

Meanwhile, Prof. who performed the Pope's operation. Stefano Margaritora told Vatican News that the surgery was completed successfully without any complications and that the Pope had a good post-operative period.