Pope Leo says he has 'no fear' of Trump as rift grows over Iran war
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Published on April 13, 2026.
Pope Leo XIV and President Donald Trump are at odds over the U.S.-Israel war in Iran, with Pope Leo XIV stating he has "no fear" of the Trump administration. This follows comments from Trump that he didn't think the pontiff was doing a good job and suggested that he should stop catering to the "Radical Left". The tensions between the United States and Iran remain high following failed face-to-face negotiations in Pakistan that ended without a deal despite a fragile ceasefire. Meanwhile, the US Navy will begin to block ships from entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz, a key point of leverage for both sides.
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