Italy's Meloni carves out 'balancing act' between Europe and US
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U.S. President Donald Trump says "it would be great" for Russia and Ukraine to hold ceasefire talks at the Vatican... so how likely will the new Pope want to weigh in? In the latest development, Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced that Pope Leo is willing to host the next round of talks. Her comments mark a unique diplomatic chapter for Italian politics. This week the Italian leader met with US Vice President JD Vance -- as Europe grapples with a shift in relations with the US. Guest: Nathalie Tocci is Director of the International Affairs Institute in Italy Producer: Teodora Agarici and Anne Barker