Vatican says Iran now called on to combat terrorism
VATICAN CITY - Pope Francis met with the Iranian president Tuesday, joining in a cordial discussion which touched on the recent nuclear accord and Iran's role in the region.
President Hassan Rouhani met first with Francis, privately for 40 minutes, and later with other officials.
The Vatican in a statement said the conversation delved into the nuclear accord recently taking effect and "the important role that Iran was called to play" to combat terrorism along with other countries in the region.
Iran was also urged to help fight arms trafficking, the Vatican said.
After the meeting, Iran's president asked Pope Francis to pray for him.
