POPE LEO XIV RECEIVES US VP VANCE, SECRETARY OF STATE RUBIO.

US Vice President, JD Vance; and Secretary of State, Marco Rubio; have met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican over bilateral relations, international issues, and humanitarian law.

During the 45-minute meeting held on Monday, discussions focused on the current global challenges, including conflict resolution and respect for international law.

Vance and the Holy See's Secretary for Relations with States, Paul Richard Gallagher, expressing satisfaction with good bilateral relations and exploring ways to enhance Church-State collaboration.

Despite Pope Leo XIV's past criticism of the US administration, Vance expressed support for the Pope, declaring that America is "very proud of him" and offering prayers for his papacy.

The meeting marking a significant diplomatic engagement between the US and the Vatican.