Pope Leo XIV is beginning a 12-day tour of Uruguay, Argentina and Peru. He had lung cancer surgery on Oct. 13.
Why it matters: The trip shows whether Leo can keep a demanding schedule while he recovers. Vatican officials say he passed the 14-day convalescence period his doctors required.
Where they split: Coverage differs on whether public enthusiasm in secular Uruguay signals renewed faith or only a warm welcome.
Center coverage, 12 sources: The center focuses on the pope's health, his homecoming to Peru, political sensitivities in Argentina and mixed local reactions in Uruguay.
Left coverage, 10 sources: The left frames the trip as a recovering pope seeking to revive Catholic roots in secular Uruguay, a country that legalized abortion, same-sex marriage and assisted dying.
What’s next: Leo holds a prayer vigil at Montevideo's Centenario Stadium. He then says Masses in Paysandú and Florida.
