- Pope Leo seeks to defuse tensions with Trump, says not trying to debate him South China Morning Post —
- JD Vance ‘grateful’ to Pope Leo for easing tensions amid feud with Trump over Iran war: ‘He will be in our prayers’ NY Post —
- Vance ‘grateful’ to Pope Leo for clearing up feud with Trump Washington Examiner —
- Vance says he’s ‘grateful’ for Pope Leo’s statement on not wanting public debate with Trump The Hill —
- Fed-Up Pope Leo Has No ‘Interest’ in Trump Debate Daily Beast —
- Pope Leo says he is not trying to debate Trump, but preach peace in Africa CBS News —
- Pope Leo addresses criticism from Trump CNN —
- JD Vance extends olive branch to Pope Leo amid their feud and says he's 'grateful' for pontiff's words on Trump Daily Mail —
- Pope Leo XIV visits Angola amid clash with Donald Trump over Middle East war. Al Jazeera —
- Pope Leo, in Angola, decries 'despots' who make false promises Times Of India —
Pope Leo XIV seeks peace
During his multi-nation tour of Africa, Pope Leo XIV addressed the growing tensions with the White House, suggesting that media narratives of a personal clash have been inaccurate.
The dispute originated from the Pope's anti-war stance regarding the conflict with Iran, which drew sharp criticism from President Trump.
Vice President JD Vance expressed gratitude for the Pope's clarifying remarks, though he had previously criticized the pontiff's views.
The Pope continues his tour in Angola, emphasizing interfaith dialogue and the dangers of despotic leadership.
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
JD Vance
Vice president of the United States since 2025
Vice president of the United States since 2025
Angola
Country on the west coast of Southern Africa
Country on the west coast of Southern Africa
Vatican City
Holy See's independent state, an enclave within Rome, Italy
Holy See's independent state, an enclave within Rome, Italy