Pope Leo showing 'steady improvement' after lung cancer surgery, Vatican says

​Pope ‌Leo is ​showing steady improvement in hospital ‌after undergoing surgery for lung cancer on Tuesday, the ‌Vatican said, adding that ‌he is now able to do normal daily activities ⁠with ​full ⁠autonomy.

The pope will make his ⁠first public appearance since ​his hospitalisation on Sunday to ⁠deliver the traditional Angelus prayer, ⁠while ​preparations continue for his planned November trip ⁠to South America, the ⁠Vatican ⁠said.