Seoul: Cardinal Lazzaro You emphasized the potential role that Pope Leo could play in enhancing the diplomatic relationship between the United States and North Korea. Despite the Vatican's previous efforts, North Korea has not responded to attempts at engagement.

According to Anadolu Agency, during his first term, US President Donald Trump met North Korean leader Kim Jong-un three times. These interactions included two summits and meetings in Singapore, Vietnam, and the Demilitarized Zone, which separates the Korean Peninsula.

In related developments, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is anticipated to cancel his inaugural visit to South Korea since assuming office. The South Korean presidential office announced that Rubio's visit to Seoul is unlikely to occur soon due to circumstances on the US side, as reported by Yonhap News. Earlier, it was reported that Rubio would make the trip in the second week of July, but there has been no official communication from Washington regarding this visit.