Rubio Meets Pope to Rebuild U.S.-Vatican Ties

Marco Rubio met Pope Leo XIV at the Apostolic Palace to reset U.S.-Vatican relations.
President Trump's criticism of Pope Leo XIV over U.S. military action in Iran caused tensions between the Vatican and the U.S.
Rubio visited Rome without press to have an honest conversation with the Vatican.
Rubio will meet Italian PM Giorgia Meloni to discuss China and the Middle East, despite Trump's criticism.
Troop withdrawals from Germany and challenges to alliances have strained transatlantic relations.
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