Pope Leo XIV is back in Vatican. On Sunday he speaks to many people. About 30000 believers come to the square. They cheer for the church leader. The pope looks healthy. He speaks with a strong voice. He thanks everyone for their prayers.
Last Tuesday the pope has an operation. Doctors remove a bad tumor in the lung. The surgery takes 90 minutes. On Saturday he leaves the hospital. He thanks the doctors and nurses for help. He feels close to sick people now.
The pope wants to work soon again. He does this step by step. In November he plans a big trip. He wants to fly to South America. He wants to visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru. His doctor says: The pope is fit for the trip.
