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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Nicole Winfield and Matthew Lee

Marco Rubio tasked with appealing to Pope Leo after Trump’s Vatican spar

Donald Trump Marco Rubio Leo XIV Vatican Pietro Parolin
  • US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited the Vatican to mend relations following President Trump's recent criticisms of Pope Leo XIV.
  • Tensions arose from President Trump's social media accusations that Pope Leo XIV was 'soft on crime and terrorism' due to his views on immigration and the Iran war, with the Pope responding by advocating for peace.
  • Rubio met with Pope Leo XIV and Cardinal Pietro Parolin, discussing Middle East peace, humanitarian efforts, and affirming the strong relationship between the United States and the Holy See.
  • Cardinal Parolin had previously defended Pope Leo XIV against President Trump's attacks, while Rubio acknowledged the visit was complicated by the ongoing public disagreements.
  • The visit concluded with an exchange of gifts and an apparent easing of immediate tensions, though discussions also included Cuba and raised speculation about Rubio's political ambitions.

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Marco Rubio meets with Pope Leo at the Vatican amid Trump’s massive feud with pontiff

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