Pope Leo XIV has expressed gratitude to those who prayed for him following his lung cancer surgery, saying their support had been "a gift to the whole Church."

Pope Leo had a good night in hospital after lung cancer surgery, with the Vatican saying he ate breakfast and is recovering. Read more at straitstimes.com.

President Donald Trump revealed Pope Leo XIV's brother is a friend and avid MAGA supporter with memorabilia "all over" his house while wishing the pontiff well.

A spokesperson for the Vatican described the procedure as radical and doctors are now checking to see if the cancer has spread. The Vatican has said that Pope