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Russian Orthodox Church official to meet Pope Leo in Vatican, RIA reports

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Posted on July 21, 2025

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MOSCOW (Reuters) -Metropolitan Anthony, a senior cleric in the Russian Orthodox Church, was quoted by state news agency RIA as saying he would meet Pope Leo on Saturday. The agency added, citing a

Metropolitan Anthony to Meet Pope Leo at the Vatican This Saturday

Meeting Between Russian Orthodox Church and Vatican

MOSCOW (Reuters) -Metropolitan Anthony, a senior cleric in the Russian Orthodox Church, was quoted by state news agency RIA as saying he would meet Pope Leo on Saturday.

Background on Church Relations

The agency added, citing a source, that the meeting will take place in the Vatican.

Details of the Meeting

Relations between the Russian Orthodox Church and the Vatican have come under strain because of the war in Ukraine. Anthony is the chairman of the church's department of external church relations.

(Reporting by Reuters; Editing by Mark Trevelyan)

Key Takeaways

  • Metropolitan Anthony to meet Pope Leo at the Vatican.
  • Meeting highlights strained relations due to Ukraine conflict.
  • Anthony is a senior cleric in the Russian Orthodox Church.
  • The meeting is scheduled for this Saturday.
  • The event is reported by state news agency RIA.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Russian Orthodox Church?
The Russian Orthodox Church is one of the largest Eastern Orthodox Christian churches, with a significant influence in Russia and among the Russian-speaking population worldwide.
What is the Vatican?
The Vatican is an independent city-state enclaved within Rome, Italy, and serves as the spiritual and administrative center of the Roman Catholic Church.

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