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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Pope Francis on Wednesday morning at the Vatican.
While the Holy See did not comment on the nature of the audience, the State Department said discussions focused on ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine amid a broader European diplomatic tour.
During the Vatican meeting on Nov. 27, Blinken reportedly referenced “wonderful memories’” of his previous encounter with Pope Francis in June 2021, highlighting the ongoing dialogue between the Holy See and Washington on matters of shared concern.
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While the Holy See did not comment on the nature of the audience, the State Department said discussions focused on ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine amid a broader European diplomatic tour.
During the Vatican meeting on Nov. 27, Blinken reportedly referenced “wonderful memories’” of his previous encounter with Pope Francis in June 2021, highlighting the ongoing dialogue between the Holy See and Washington on matters of shared concern.
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Blinken and Vatican leaders talk global crises: Ukraine, Middle East, and human dignity
The State Department said discussions between Blinken and the pope focused on ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine amid a broader European diplomatic tour.