Marcos offers prayers for Pope Leo's swift recovery

GMA Network - Oct 15, 2026

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Thursday said the Philippines is praying for the speedy and full recovery of Pope Leo XIV, who has been recently diagnosed with lung cancer.

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