Pope Leo says he will gradually resume duties after cancer surgery
NPRSunday, October 18, 2026 at 12:55 PM
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Pope Leo XIV thanked thousands of faithful in St. Peter's Square on Sunday for their prayers while he was hospitalized, and said he plans to gradually return to his usual duties.
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- This story shapes how governments, markets, and the public read the international order today. Pope Leo XIV thanked thousands of faithful in St. Peter's Square on Sunday for their prayers while he was hospitalized, and said he plans to gradually return to his usual duties. Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Pope Leo and World.
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Pope Leo XIV thanked thousands of faithful in St. Peter's Square on Sunday for their prayers while he was hospitalized, and said he plans to gradually return to his usual duties.
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This story shapes how governments, markets, and the public read the international order today.
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Economic impact
Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Pope Leo and World.
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