April 13, 2026
Pope Leo XIV says he does not fear Trump, citing Gospel as he pushes back in feud over Iran war
U.S.-born Pope Leo XIV pushed back Monday on President Trump's broadside against him over the U.S.-Israel war in Iran, telling reporters that the Vatican's appeals for peace and reconciliation are rooted in the Gospel, and that he doesn't fear the Trump administration.
TL;DR
- Pope Leo XIV responded to President Trump's criticism about the U.S.-Israel war in Iran.
- The Pope stated that the Vatican's appeals for peace and reconciliation are rooted in the Gospel.
- He also declared that he does not fear the Trump administration.