Rubio attempts to mend relations with Pope Leo in Vatican meeting after Trump's criticisms
Summary
Secretary of State Rubio met with Pope Leo at the Vatican to try to improve relations after President Trump criticized the pope. President Trump had accused the pope of supporting Iran having a nuclear weapon, which caused tension before the meeting.Key Facts
- Secretary of State Rubio met with Pope Leo on Thursday.
- The meeting took place at the Vatican.
- The meeting aimed to resolve tensions between the U.S. and the pope.
- President Trump had accused Pope Leo of wanting Iran to get a nuclear weapon.
- The conflict arose because of the ongoing Iran war and related diplomacy.
- Stephanie Sy reported on the meeting.
- Amna Nawaz spoke with Miguel Diaz, a former U.S. ambassador to the Vatican, for more insight.
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