Russia peace talks in the Vatican marks a significant development for the first US-born pontiff, just as the Trump administration appears to be stepping back from leading negotiations.The Vatican has helped arbitrate delicate matters of diplomacy in the past.

The motto of one newly elected American world leader: " Fight! " The other introduced himself to the world with his first public word as pope: “ Peace."

President Donald Trump is scheduled to sign executive orders later, while the White House can expect questions on the election of the first ever American pope. President Trump's executive actions will likely continue to reflect his administration's priorities,

Scores of VIPs attended, with some of them looking for a fresh start with the new pontiff after frictions with his predecessor.

Weeks after Pope Francis died, president laughed off questions about Trump pope pic, his dismissal on the eve of papal conclave. Pope Leo was chosen

Before becoming pontiff, the first U.S.-born pope was not shy about criticizing President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance - social media musings that pulled him into the maelstrom of divided U.