Pope cancels trip to Assisi on medical advice

Pope Leo XIV's trip to Assisi on October 27 has been canceled due to medical advice. Although his recovery from surgery for adenocarcinoma is progressing well, doctors advised against the helicopter travel for precautionary reasons. A follow-up chest X-ray confirmed his positive post-operative condition. Despite his absence, the Pope will send a message for the event marking the conclusion of the Disarmed and Disarming Peace initiative, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and peace in times of conflict.