Daily brief
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Monday, with both sides describing the talks as 'constructive' and committing to stronger ties. The visit followed public criticism of the pope by President Donald Trump and a hard-line message from Trump to the Vatican regarding Iran. The US said the meeting underscored the 'strong relationship' with the Vatican.
Madrid pays 3.1 million in mask procurement scandal.
Cyprus shipping minister to lead high-level equality talks in Brussels.
Brazil, Cortese, and Andrea Illy meet with the Minister of Agriculture.
Italian ambassador to Bern defends fire row diplomacy.