by Stephanie Nutter, The Western Journal
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.”
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 with Pope Leo remained respectful and constructive and he said they “had a very good meeting.”
Rubio described Pope Leo saying, “The Holy Father is a spiritual leader… that’s his role to play,”
He added that the meeting concluded on positive terms, calling it “a very cordial and important meeting.”