Argentina's President Milei and Pope Francis Reconcile, Discuss Economic Crisis

In a series of meetings, Argentina's President Javier Milei and Pope Francis set aside past criticisms to focus on Argentina's economic challenges and potential papal visit.

Argentina's President Javier Milei and Pope Francis met for the first time, putting aside past criticisms to focus on the country's economic crisis.
Milei, who previously called Francis an 'imbecile,' has softened his tone, presenting the Pope with Argentine pastries as a gesture of reconciliation.
The meetings come as Argentina faces its worst economic crisis in decades, with inflation over 200% and significant public opposition to Milei's austerity measures.
Pope Francis, who has not visited Argentina since becoming Pope in 2013, discussed the possibility of a visit in the second half of this year.
The reconciliation between Milei and Francis is seen as a significant step towards addressing Argentina's challenges, both domestically and in terms of international relations.