Juan Pablo II

Secretary of State Rubio warned Argentina's Milei that US sanctions on Sea Lion oil project near the Malvinas conflict with American interests, while tensions with Chile escalate over maritime logistics to the disputed islands, complicating diplomatic efforts.

Pope Leon XIV criticized authoritarian leaders in Angola for exploiting natural resources, stating that diamond wealth benefits only a few while one-third of Angolans live in extreme poverty, demanding equitable resource distribution.