Secretary of State Marco Rubio disclosed new details Thursday about a private meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican.
Speaking to reporters after the closed-door meeting, Rubio said “[I] updated them on the situation with Iran, expressed our point of view about why this was important and the danger that Iran poses to the world, which is largely recognized.”
BREAKING: Marco Rubio reveals what he and Pope Leo discussed during their closed-door meeting amid President Trump’s clash with the Vatican:
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His remarks quickly circulated online and fueled renewed discussion about the Vatican’s relationship with the Trump administration.
The secretary of state emphasized that the conversation withPope Leoremained respectful and constructive and he said they “had a very good meeting.”
Rubio described Pope Leo saying, “The Holy Father is aspiritual leader… that’s his role to play,”
He added that the meeting concluded on positive terms, calling it “a very cordial and important meeting.”
Rubio’scomments suggest the administration is actively attempting to reassure international allies and religious leaders that its posture toward Iran is rooted in national security concerns rather than a desire for open conflict.
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