Vatican stresses need for peace as Rubio meets pope amid strained relations

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Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo and Vatican officials in Rome to address strained relations.
The Vatican emphasized the "need to work tirelessly in favour of peace" during the talks.
The meetings aimed to repair ties after Donald Trump's criticisms of Pope Leo regarding the Iran war.
Rubio discussed the situation in the Middle East and issues of mutual interest with Vatican officials.
Tensions have increased due to Trump's verbal attacks on the Pope, who has defended the Church's stance against nuclear weapons and the Iran war.
Rubio also met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, whose stance towards Trump has shifted due to foreign policy's importance in Italian public opinion.
Discussions may also include the future of US military personnel stationed in Italy, following Trump's remarks about potentially withdrawing troops.

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