VATICAN CITY — U.S. Vice President JD Vance met with Pope Leo during a diplomatic visit to the Vatican, part of the Trump administration’s broader efforts to build international support for a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
According to official statements, the meeting included discussions on a range of global issues, including the war in Ukraine, humanitarian concerns, and climate change. The Vatican frequently engages in diplomatic dialogue and has previously advocated for peaceful resolutions to international conflicts.
During the visit, Vice President Vance presented Pope Leo with a Chicago Bears football jersey, a customary gesture of cultural exchange often seen in diplomatic meetings.
The trip to the Vatican is one of several international engagements by U.S. officials aimed at encouraging dialogue and diplomatic efforts related to the conflict in Eastern Europe.
The Vatican did not release a detailed account of the meeting, but both parties acknowledged that the conversation covered matters of mutual interest.
No announcements were made regarding specific outcomes or agreements from the visit.