Pope Leo XIV held his inaugural Mass in the Vatican's St Peter's Square and had private meetings with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and their wives.
Key Points
Inaugural Mass in St Peter's Square
Private meeting with U.S. Vice President JD Vance and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio
Discussion on humanitarian law, international law, and international conflicts
Pros
Strengthening of bilateral relations between the U.S. government and the Holy See
Discussions on ecclesial life, religious freedom, and current international issues