Rubio to meet Pope Leo in Rome after Trump row over anti-war remarks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to travel to Italy this week for meetings in Rome, including a planned audience with Pope Leo, according to Vatican and Italian sources.The meeting is understood to take place on Thursday.Reports said the visit is intended to help ease tensions after weeks of strain linked to criticism from US President Donald Trump of the pope's anti-war rhetoric.Rubio is also expected to meet Vatican Secretary of State Pietro Parolin and Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani.An Italian government source said he had asked for a meeting with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, and media reports... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 03 May 2026 21:00 LONDON
Jerome Powell to Remain Federal Reserve Governor After Chair Term
Jerome H.Powell will continue as a governor at the Federal Reserve after his term as chair ends, aiming to protect the central bank's independence from political interference.Powell's decision follows concerns about the Trump administration's attempts to influence the Federal Reserve.He will remain on the board for an undetermined period, potentially until January 2028.This move prevents President Donald Trump from appointing a new member to the Fed's seven-member board, maintaining continuity amid ongoing legal and political pressures.Powell cited unprecedented legal attacks from the Trump administration as a key reason for his continued presence, expressing concern that these could undermine the institution... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Apr 2026 21:01 LONDON
