Vatican City. It ended with a meeting of about 45 minutes between the Secretary of State of the United States, Marco Rubio, and the Pope, a visit that strengthened the links between the Holy See and the United States, underlining their shared commitment to peace and the protection of human dignity. The meeting, characterized by cordial talks, saw an exchange of views on issues of great international relevance, including regional crises, conflicts and political tensions in different parts of the world.
According to the Holy See, the meeting highlighted “the solidity of relations between the United States and the Holy See” and the desire to work together to foster peace. During the hearing, which took place in compliance with the regulations and with a climate of great friendliness, we talked about crisis situations in the Middle East, conflicts in Africa and the difficult condition of the Cuban people. The Holy See underlined the importance of supporting those in vulnerability situations and promoting dialogue as a means of resolving conflicts.
During the meeting, the Pope gave Rubio a pen of olive wood, a universal symbol of peace, adding that it is the “plant of peace”. The pen, depicting the papal coat of arms at one end, represents a gesture of great significance and hope for a future of dialogue and reconciliation. Rubio returned by giving the Pontiff a small crystal football, a gift that aroused smiles and that, with a touch of humor, the Secretary of State commented jokingly as best suited to a White Sox fan, Chicago baseball team, Leo XIV’s birthplace.
Subsequently, Rubio also met Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, continuing a path of dialogue and confrontation lasting two and a half hours. On his X account, Rubio shared some images of the meeting, accompanied by a message in which he underlines the shared commitment to promoting peace and human dignity. The visit ended with participation also in Mass and meeting with other high representatives of the Holy See.
This visit by Rubio to the Pope represents a sign of collaboration and attention to global challenges. The Holy See, with a brief statement of seven lines, highlighted how the talks were “cordial” and addressed issues of great international relevance. The will to work together for peace and human rights protection emerges as a shared goal, which is strengthened through meetings such as today’s, a symbol of a concrete and lasting commitment between the two institutions.
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