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Pope Leo downplays Trump feud

Pope Leo downplays Trump feud

The tension between the Vatican and the White House escalated after the Pope criticized the ongoing war in Iran, prompting a series of social media attacks from Trump.

Vice President JD Vance expressed gratitude for the Pope's clarifying remarks, hoping to ease tensions with the Catholic Church.

Trump supporters in key states have urged the Pope to stay in his lane and avoid commenting on military strategy.

Despite the friction, the Pope remains focused on his mission of peacebuilding and interfaith dialogue across the African continent.

Leo XIV
267th Pope of the Catholic Church (2025–)
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
JD Vance
Vice president of the United States since 2025
Angola
Country on the west coast of Southern Africa
Cameroon
Sovereign state in West-Central Africa