🇻🇦 Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV declares himself in good health as he launches 12‑day Latin America tour
What happened
Pope Leo XIV has launched a 12-day pastoral visit to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru, saying he is "quite good health" after a lung cancer operation three weeks earlier. The Pope's trip covers over 20,000 miles and includes stops in Argentina and Peru, where he previously served as a missionary and bishop. He arrived in Montevideo, Uruguay, where he was met by crowds and travelled in the Popemobile.
Why it matters
The Pope's health and his ability to undertake this trip may be of public interest given his recent surgery. The Pope's call for universal access to healthcare during his first public address in Uruguay is a significant aspect of his message. The trip itself is a notable international engagement for the Pope.
Key facts
- Pope Leo XIV is 71 years old
- He underwent a lung cancer operation three weeks before the trip
- He called for universal access to healthcare during his visit to Uruguay
- He previously served as a missionary and bishop in Peru
- The trip covers over 20,000 miles.
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