Pope Leo criticizes 'neocolonial' powers hours after Trump attack
Published on April 13, 2026.
Pope Leo XIV has criticised "neocolonial" powers in a speech during an Africa tour, following President Donald Trump's attack on the leader of the 1.4-billion-member Church. He urged leaders in Algeria to build a society based on principles of justice and peace. The first U.S. pope also addressed the issue of terrorism.
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