Vatican-Rubio meeting signals US tensions with Pope Leo
Summary
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a 2.5-hour meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss humanitarian concerns in conflict-ridden regions. The meeting occurred amid growing friction between the Trump administration and the Pope, particularly concerning US policy toward Iran. While the visit was framed as an attempt to mend relations with American Catholic voters, the discussions highlighted significant disagreements over the administration's foreign policy approach.
(Source:Crypto Briefing)