India, Oct. 14 -- The Vatican has said in a new press release that Pope Leo XIV enjoyed 'a peaceful night' at the Gemelli Hospital in Rome after surgery. The pope was recently diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, a form of lung cancer. He underwent surgery to have the lower lobe of his right lung removed.

Vatican's New Statement

This afternoon, the Vatican released a press release with a reassuring update about Pope Leo's health. "The Pope had a peaceful night. More information will follow later today" the press release stated. The 71 year old pontiff underwent an operation to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.

The procedure was said to have been successful, without any complications. He woke up normally after the operation and re...