President Sergio Mattarella was
discharged from Rome's Santo Spirito hospital on Thursday and
returned to the Quirinal Palace.
The 83-year-old head of State had surgery at the hospital on
Tuesday to insert a pacemaker.
His office stressed that the surgery was planned and was no
cause for concern.
Tuesday's news that the president had been admitted to hospital
was met with get-well-soon wishes from politicians of all
colours, including Premier Giorgia Meloni.
"My warmest wishes to President Mattarella for a speedy and full
recovery," Meloni said on social media.
"Italy awaits you soon, with the same strength and dedication of
always".
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