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Cardinal Christophe Pierre leads a Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington in April 2025. (Astrid Riecken/For The Washington Post)

Vatican meeting at Pentagon was no “walk in the park,” official says

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Tensions between President Trump's administration and the Vatican, led by U.S.-born Pope Leo, have intensified following a rare Pentagon meeting with Cardinal Christophe Pierre. The meeting, described as "frank and direct," sparked controversy and differing narratives. Both sides have downplayed the hostility, emphasizing diplomatic dialogue.

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