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Archived story · published November 6, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

Health & Science · November 6, 2026

Pope Leo begins 12-Day, 3-country tour after cancer surgery

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Pope Leo XIV has commenced a 12-day tour of South America, his first major international travel since undergoing lung cancer surgery approximately three weeks ago. The 71-year-old pontiff's itinerary includes Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru, a region where he previously served as a bishop and holds citizenship. The trip is described by the Vatican as a 'homecoming' and is expected to cover roughly 19,000 miles, involving numerous flights and public masses. During the tour, the Pope is scheduled to address issues such as environmental protection, political instability, and arms trafficking, while also meeting with survivors of clergy sexual abuse.

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Reported by multiple outlets

  • Pope Leo XIV has begun a 12-day tour of South America.
  • The trip includes visits to three countries: Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru.
  • The tour comes following the Pope's surgery for lung cancer roughly three weeks ago.
  • The Pope is 71 years old.

Reported by only some outlets

  • NBC News reports the trip will cover approximately 19,000 miles and include nine Masses and a dozen flights.
  • NBC News notes that the Pope is a citizen of Peru.
  • The Washington Times highlights Uruguay as the region's most secular country.
  • NBC News specifies the Pope will meet with survivors of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy.

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