Pope Leo XIV tours Africa

During his high-profile visit to Cameroon and Angola, Pope Leo XIV has focused on themes of interfaith dialogue and peacebuilding while navigating a diplomatic spat with the Trump administration.

The dispute arose after the President criticized the pontiff's anti-war stance, leading to a series of sharp exchanges on social media.

Pope Leo told reporters aboard the papal plane that he has no interest in a public debate with Trump and that media narratives of a 'feud' have been inaccurate.

Vice President JD Vance has since offered an olive branch, expressing gratitude for the Pope's efforts to defuse tensions while the administration continues to integrate religious rhetoric into official business.