Pope Leo XIV announced he will undergo lung surgery in Maputo in the coming days. The announcement was made by the pontiff to the public on October 11th, according to AIM news agency. Further details regarding the nature of the lung condition requiring surgery have not yet been released. It remains unclear how long Pope Leo XIV will be hospitalized or the extent of his recovery period following the procedure in Maputo. This news comes as a surprise, and concerns are naturally arising amongst followers regarding the Pope’s health and future engagements. The operation will take place at a hospital in Maputo, though the specific facility has not been disclosed. The Vatican is expected to issue further updates following the surgery.