Secretary of State Marco Rubio is concluding his visit to Italy. He has met with Italian leaders in addition to the pope and Vatican officials this week.

Regarding discussions with Pope Leo XIV, State Department Spokesperson Tommy Pigott said, “The meeting underscored the strong relationship between the United States and the Holy See and their shared commitment to promoting peace and human dignity.”

After Pope Leo criticized the U.S. for its military operation against Iran, President Trump stated, “As far as the Pope is concerned, and it’s very simple. Whether I make him happy or I don’t make him happy, Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon. And he seemed to be saying that they can. And I say they cannot, because if that happened, the entire world would be hostage. And we’re not going to let that happen,”

As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…

• For Secretary Rubio as he concludes discussions with Italian leaders and officials.
• For safe travels for the secretary of state and all the members of the president’s administration.
• For God’s protection over President Trump and that the president seeks the Lord’s wisdom.