La diocesi di Roma: «Vicinanza e preghiera per il Papa»

The Diocese of Rome has pledged its closeness and prayers for Pope Leo XIV following his announcement that he requires surgery to remove a lung nodule. Cardinal Vicar Baldo Reina issued a note on October 12 expressing the diocese's support and entrusting the Pope to the protection of the Virgin, Salus Populi Romani.

During the Angelus on October 11, the Pope explained that doctors discovered a localized nodule during recent medical checks. He stated that because the nodule was found in a very early stage, medical professionals recommended surgery. The Pope confirmed that the procedure is scheduled for the coming days and asked for the spiritual closeness and prayers of the faithful.