Pope Leo XIV Begins Latin America Tour Following Cancer Surgery
Pope Leo XIV has begun a three-nation tour of Latin America, with his first stop being secular Uruguay. This trip marks his first major international travel following recent lung cancer surgery.
Fresno Visalia, CA, November 6, 2026 —
Pope Leo XIV commenced a significant three-nation tour across Latin America, beginning his journey in Uruguay. The visit to the secular nation marks a notable return to international travel for the pontiff, occurring shortly after he underwent recent surgery for lung cancer.
The itinerary includes stops in three Latin American countries, with Uruguay serving as the initial destination. Details regarding the specific objectives or duration of the tour in each country have not been provided. This tour is characterized as Pope Leo XIV’s first major international engagement since his recovery from lung cancer surgery.
The pontiff’s health has been a subject of public interest, and his undertaking of this multi-nation diplomatic and pastoral tour signals a resumption of his global activities. Further information on the planned engagements and discussions during the tour is anticipated as the visit progresses.
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