Pope Leo V. has stated he has no interest in debating President Donald Trump, despite a recent spat between him and the president over Iran. This comes as part of Leo's 11-day tour of Africa, which has been overshadowed by Trump's criticism of his efforts to promote peace with Iran. The pope challenged any suggestion that the remark was directly aimed at Trump's actions in Iran. He insisted that his trip was primarily to be with African Catholics and not to debate the Trump administration. The dispute has also led to criticism from Vice President JD Vance, who converted to Catholicism in 2000, who suggested that the pope should be careful about his remarks regarding public policy.