Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, Vatican confirms

Key points

• The Vatican has confirmed that Pope Leo has been diagnosed with lung cancer following surgery to remove part of his right lung. The 90-minute operation at Rome's Gemelli hospital on Tuesday confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma.
• Surgeons reported no complications, and the pope has regained consciousness and is recovering in his hospital room. The Vatican said he is expected to stay in hospital for about a week, and all public engagements have been cancelled until October 20.
• It remains unclear whether the diagnosis will affect his planned international tour in November.