Pope Leo XIV condemns war

The Pope's remarks come after President Donald Trump criticized the Catholic leader for failing to support military actions against the Iranian regime.

Leo XIV told reporters he carries a photo of a slain Muslim boy in his pocket as a reminder of the human cost of violence.

He expressed frustration that diplomatic efforts have stalled, noting that 'one day Iran says yes, the U.S. says no, and vice versa.' The pontiff also suggested that the American church is too focused on sexual issues rather than global humanitarian crises.