
The Vatican announced the cancellation of the Pope's visit to Assisi scheduled for October 27.
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Pope Leo XIV recently underwent surgery to remove lung cancer and is returning to daily activity.
The doctors' opinion was reported by Reuters.
According to doctors' recommendations, the Pope will not go to Assisi on October 27. The Vatican said it was about the need to avoid traveling by helicopter.
An international prayer meeting for peace was planned for that day, organized on the 40th anniversary of the historic "Spirit of Assisi". On October 27, 1986, St. John Paul II invited representatives of various religions to the city to pray for peace together.
The Pope underwent surgery
Pope Leo XIV recently underwent surgery to remove lung cancer. It was adenocarcinoma of the lung. After the surgery, no further treatment is necessary, the doctors assured.
The Holy Father returned to the Vatican on Saturday. He gradually resumed his daily activities. On Wednesday, he met with thousands of the faithful at a general audience in St. Peter's Square. Thank you for your support, for your prayers, I thank God for his generosity. We renew our trust in God's goodness and mercy, he said to the audience.
Preparations are also underway for Leo XIV's trip to South America. It will take place on November 6-17.
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