According to the Washington Post, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to meet with Pope Leo XIV to discuss the current Iran situation and disagreements between the Trump administration and the Vatican.
Pope Leo has previously made public comments on the Iran issue, expressing concern for regional peace and stability. This meeting is seen as an effort by the Vatican to play a mediating role amid escalating USIran tensions.
The Trump administration and the Vatican hold clearly different positions on Iran. The Pope favors diplomatic resolution of disputes, while the Trump administration has taken a more assertive military stance, announcing US naval escorts for ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Analysts believe Rubios visit aims to explain the US position to the Vatican while seeking the Popes support for a peaceful resolution to the dispute.