The Vatican
Coverage of The Vatican in the Nexus archive.
- Gandalf, Picasso and MLK: Cultural references ground Pope Leo’s AI warning
Pope Leo XIV issued his first Encyclical Letter titled 'Magnifica Humanitas' on May 25, 2026, in The Vatican, addressing the rise of artificial intelligence. The letter incorporates cultural references to Gandalf, Picasso, and MLK to contextualize its message.
- Rubio meets Pope Leo: Can they heal White House-Vatican rift?
Rubio met with Pope Leo to potentially heal the rift between the White House and the Vatican, despite recent attacks from Trump. The State Department emphasized the strong ties between the two entities. The meeting underscores a positive relationship.
- Rubio takes on more visible role in Trump administration with Pope Leo meeting, press room briefing
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo at the Vatican, amidst President Trump's criticism of the pontiff. This meeting marks an increased presence of Rubio in the Trump administration. Rubio's visit was discussed by reporters Sophia Cai and Nicholas Wu.
- Pope Leo's US bank HUNG UP on him after thinking it was a prank call
Pope Leo's US bank was initially unresponsive after receiving a call from him, believing it to be a prank. The bank eventually realized the call was genuine. This incident highlights a communication issue between the Pope and the bank.
- Pope Leo meets Secretary of State Rubio at the Vatican
Pope Leo met with Secretary of State Rubio at the Vatican to discuss important matters. The meeting was held at the Vatican, the seat of the Catholic Church. Details of their discussion were not provided.
- Rubio meeting with Pope Leo after tense exchanges between Trump and the first U.S.-born pontiff
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is meeting with Pope Leo at the Vatican following criticism by President Trump and a response from the Pope. The meeting comes after tense exchanges between Trump and the first U.S.-born pontiff. The situation involves high-level diplomatic interactions.
- Rubio meeting with Pope Leo after tense exchanges between Trump and the first U.S.-born pontiff
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is meeting with Pope Leo at the Vatican after President Trump criticized the Pope and received pushback. The meeting follows tense exchanges between the two. The Pope is the first U.S.-born pontiff.
- Rubio and Pope Leo meet at the Vatican after weeks of tension
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss the Middle East situation and other matters after weeks of tension. The meeting aimed to address key issues between the parties. The discussion included various topics.
- Rubio and Pope Leo meet at the Vatican after weeks of tension
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss the Middle East situation and other matters after weeks of tension. The meeting aimed to address key issues. The discussion included various topics.
- Rubio visits the Vatican and meets with Pope Leo following Trump feud
State Secretary Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican following a feud involving President Trump. The meeting occurred after tense moments with the Iran war and the pontiff. Marco Rubio's visit aimed to ease the tension.
- Rubio meets with Pope Leo at Vatican
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss various topics, amidst President Trump's ongoing feud with the Pope over the Iran war. The meeting took place on Thursday at 11:30 a.m. local time. Rubio also had another meeting at 12:15 p.m. local time.
- Marco Rubio Meets With Pope Leo XIV Over Iran War and Cuba
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo XIV to discuss the situation in the Middle East and mutual interests in the Western Hemisphere, including the Iran war and Cuba. The meeting follows tense exchanges between President Donald Trump and the Pope. The conversations took place at the Apostolic Palace at the Vatican.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets with Pope Leo after Trump's criticism
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo following critical comments from President Trump. The meeting comes after Trump's remarks sparked controversy. Rubio's discussion with the Pope may be an attempt to ease tensions.
- Former U.S. ambassador to the Holy See on Rubio's visit to the Vatican
NPR's Leila Fadel spoke with former U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See Miguel Diaz about Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to the Vatican. The discussion involved Rubio's meeting at the Vatican. The topic of the meeting was not specified.
- Marco Rubio to meet pope at the Vatican after Trump attacks on pontiff
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet Pope Leo at the Vatican to ease tensions after Donald Trump's criticisms. Rubio will also hold talks with the Italian government. The meeting aims to address strained relations between the Holy See and Washington.
- Marco Rubio heads to the Vatican as 2028 presidential buzz ramps up
Marco Rubio is a frontrunner to succeed President Donald Trump in 2028, with Vice President JD Vance also considered a potential heir. Marco Rubio is heading to the Vatican. The 2028 presidential buzz is increasing.
- Americans have favorable view of pope, negative reaction to Trump's Jesus post: Poll
A recent poll shows Americans have a favorable view of the Pope and a negative reaction to Donald Trump's Jesus post. The poll comes ahead of Marco Rubio's Vatican trip. Americans' views on Pope Leo are being closely watched.
- Marco Rubio set to meet with Pope Leo at the Vatican after Trump called pontiff 'weak on crime'
Marco Rubio is scheduled to meet with Pope Leo at the Vatican, following a statement from Trump calling the pontiff 'weak on crime'. The meeting may be an attempt to improve relations between the US and the Vatican. Marco Rubio's meeting comes after controversy sparked by Trump's comments.
- Inside Trump's Cabinet power shuffle: Golden boy Rubio rushed to Rome to smooth tensions with Pope... as insiders reveal brutal reason JD Vance has been left behind
There is a power shuffle in Trump's Cabinet, with Rubio being sent to Rome to ease tensions with the Pope, while JD Vance has been left behind due to unknown reasons. The move aims to smooth relations with the Vatican. This development suggests internal dynamics within the administration.
- Before Vatican trip, Rubio defends Trump remarks on Pope Leo over Iran
Marco Rubio defended Trump's remarks on Pope Leo before meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican. The meeting is set to take place on Thursday. Rubio's comments come ahead of the trip.
- Rubio meeting with pope will include ‘frank conversation’ about policies, ambassador says
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is meeting with Pope Leo XIV to discuss disagreements between the Vatican and the Trump administration. The meeting will include a frank conversation about policies. The U.S. ambassador to the Holy See, Brian Burch, stated that fraternity and authentic dialogue will guide the talks.
- Rubio to meet Pope Leo in wake of Trump’s attacks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss the situation, amidst President Trump's confrontations with the church and Italian government. The meeting is scheduled from Wednesday through Friday. Relations have soured due to President Trump's attacks.
- Joy Behar immediately corrected after claiming Jesus didn't call himself the Messiah
Joy Behar and co-hosts on 'The View' debated whether Jesus declared himself the Messiah, with Haines and others countering Behar's claim. The discussion followed controversy over a AI-generated image of Trump resembling Jesus and Pope's warnings about Middle East conflict.