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Pope Leo XIV told his bank he was the pope to avoid flying 5,000 miles from Rome to Chicago. He didn’t get the reaction he was expecting

Even the Vatican has customer service problems.

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Pope and Rubio commit to foster good relations after Trump spat over Iran war

The diplomat’s bid to repair relations was complicated after the US president renewed his criticism of the Catholic leader.

Evening Standard

Marco Rubio's Vatican Visit Draws European Praise as Trump-Pope Tensions Deepen

Secretary of State Marco Rubio received rare positive attention in Europe after meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Thursday, a high-profile visit that came as tensions between President Donald Trump and the first American-born pope continue to grow over immigration and the war involving Iran.

Latin Times

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Marco Rubio tasked with appealing to Pope Leo after Trump’s Vatican spar

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The Independent UK

US underlines 'strong relationship' with Vatican as Rubio meets pope after Trump criticism

Rubio's visit comes after US President Trump accused the pope of being "weak on crime and terrible for foreign policy" after he made critical comments about the Iran war.

Euronews

Marco Rubio meets with Pope Leo at the Vatican amid Trump’s massive feud with pontiff

The tensions between Trump and Pope Leo XIV began last month when the president lashed out on social media accusing the Pope of being soft on crime and terrorism

The Independent UK

Bank employee hangs up on Pope as he tries to change address to Vatican

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Pope Leo XIV swears in 28 new Swiss Guards in Vatican ceremony

Twenty-eight new recruits were formally sworn into the Swiss Guards at Vatican City on Wednesday during a ceremony presided over by Pope Leo XIV.

Euronews

'Come in person': How a bank gave Pope Leo a reality check

Leo identified himself as Robert Prevost. The bank employee asked the required security questions, listened to him, and then delivered the verdict familiar to anyone who has ever dealt with institutional procedure: he would have to come in personally.

The Times of India

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

US secretary of state speaks with Leo and officials after tensions following attacks by Trump over Iran war

The Guardian - UK

'Tell The Truth!': Pope Leo XIV Rejects Donald Trump's Claim He Supports Nuclear Iran

Pope Leo XIV has rejected Donald Trump's claim that he is 'endangering Catholics' by backing a nuclear‑armed Iran, insisting the Church has always opposed nuclear weapons, as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in Rome for tense Vatican talks on Iran and US policy.

International Business Times UK

Donald Trump says Pope Leo XIV is fine with Iran going nuclear. Clearly someone doesn’t apply brains to his lies

The feud continues.

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Pope Leo rejects claim he supports nuclear weapons after Trump tirade

Pontiff responds after US president accuses him of ‘endangering a lot of Catholics’ with stance on Iran war

The Guardian - UK

'Endangering Catholics': Trump-Pope tensions escalate ahead of Rubio’s talks at Vatican

Trump again assails Pope Leo, potentially complicating Rubio's visit to Vatican this week

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Euronews

Trump renews feud with Pope Leo XIV days ahead of planned Marco Rubio visit to the Vatican

In an interview with US media outlets, Trump said Pope Leo XIV’s words are helping Iran and making the world “less safe”, slamming him for his stance which Trump perceives to mean indifference about Tehran acquiring nuclear weapons.

The Independent UK

Marco Rubio defends Trump’s false claim that Pope Leo wants Iran to have a nuke ahead of meeting with pontiff

Pontiff says ‘if someone wants to criticize me for proclaiming the Gospel, let them do so truthfully’

The Independent UK

The Latest: Hegseth and Caine say ceasefire between the US and Iran is not over

U.S. forces launched an effort to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday

Latin Times

Rubio Plans Vatican Visit as Trump's Fight With Pope Leo Opens New Diplomatic Rift

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to travel to Vatican City this week for a meeting with Pope Leo XIV, a delicate diplomatic mission aimed at easing tensions after President Donald Trump's public attacks on the first American pontiff drew criticism across political and religious circles.

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The Guardian - UK

Trump accuses pope of ‘endangering a lot of Catholics’ with Iran stance

US president directs fresh criticism at pontiff days before secretary of state Marco Rubio’s visit to Vatican

International Business Times UK

Marco Rubio to Meet Pope Leo XIV Alone After JD Vance Gets Frozen Out in Major Diplomatic Snub

Marco Rubio's Vatican meeting with Pope Leo XIV sparks 2028 presidential race speculation, excluding VP JD Vance and highlighting Rubio's rising influence.

International Business Times UK

Pope Leo XIV Installs Three New Bishops Known for Clashing With Donald Trump

Pope Leo XIV appoints three new bishops in the US, all critical of Trump, as ongoing tensions between the Vatican and the White House escalate.

The Guardian - UK

Marco Rubio to visit Rome, reportedly to ‘thaw’ US relations with Pope and Meloni

US secretary of state will be in Italian capital on Thursday and Friday, the one-year anniversary of Pope Leo’s papacy

The Independent UK

Pope Leo XIV encourages wealthy US Catholics to keep donating

Pope Leo XIV is encouraging some of the wealthiest U.S. Catholics to keep on giving to support his charitable works

Fortune

Trump picked a fight with the Pope: The one person he can't fire, can't outbid, and can't outlast

The Vatican, the oldest institution in the world, has faced attacks from leaders throughout history—and from the U.S. This time it's unprecedented.

The Conversation

What is a just war? Inside the war of words between the Trump administration and the Catholic church

Pope Leo’s words on Palm Sunday were pointed. “Jesus does not listen to the prayers of those who wage war”, he said during an address at the Vatican.

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