Pope Leo XIV Broadens Peace Efforts Amidst Verbal Disputes With Trump, Rejecting Media Story of Conflict
Pope Leo, currently on his visit to Angola, is in the midst of a significant journey across Africa—his third trip beyond Italy since his papacy began in May 2025. He took some time to address reporters on the papal plane, amidst a backdrop of controversy. His planned 10-day trip includes stops in Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, […]
Pope Leo XIV Conducts Service for 120,000 in War-Torn Cameroon
Pope Leo XIV’s Visit to Cameroon A mass was held in Bamenda, western Cameroon, on Thursday, led by local Catholic leaders. This region has been embroiled in a separatist conflict for several years, as English-speaking citizens seek independence from the Francophone government of President Paul Biya, who has been in power since 1982 amidst allegations […]
Pope Leo criticizes those who distort religion for personal gain
Pope Leo XIV Criticizes the Use of Religion for Gain Pope Leo XIV, the head of the Roman Catholic Church, has spoken out against the exploitation of religion for military, economic, or political objectives. He stated, “Blessed are the peacemakers, but woe to those who twist religion and the name of God for their gain, […]
David Axelrod states his meeting with Pope Leo XIV had nothing to do with Obama.
Axelrod Addresses Meeting with Pope Leo XIV Amid Political Speculation David Axelrod, a prominent advisor to former President Barack Obama, has responded to rumors following his recent meeting with Pope Leo XIV. He clarified that the audience with the Pope had been arranged months before and wasn’t connected to Obama’s plans for a meeting. “Just […]
Trump’s border chief Homan looks forward to discussing immigration with Pope Leo.
Tom Homan, who serves as President Donald Trump’s border czar, expressed his openness to discussions with Pope Leo, emphasizing a willingness to engage with any country on immigration matters. He contrasted his stance with that of Vice President J.D. Vance, who suggested the Vatican should focus solely on moral issues. Homan, identifying as a lifelong […]
Trump and the Pope: White House Remains Unfazed as Supporters Criticize Leo
Allies of President Donald Trump have been actively criticizing Pope Leo XIV during the Republican primary, viewing him as an establishment contender. Despite the criticism, Trump appeared unbothered after his verbal confrontation with the Pope on Sunday, largely centered on issues regarding the Iran war and U.S. immigration policy. “I’m just responding to Pope Leo,” […]
Trump labels Giorgia Meloni ‘unacceptable’ after she criticizes his comments about Pope Leo XIV.
Trump and Meloni Clash Over Iran Support Tensions have intensified between President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni following a phone interview where Trump accused her of lacking “courage” and not backing the U.S. stance on Iran. In the conversation with Italian daily Corriere della Sera, Trump labeled Meloni’s position as “unacceptable” and […]
Trump stands firm in dispute with Pope Leo: ‘I believe he should stay out of politics’
President Trump continues to engage in a verbal spat with Pope Leo XIV regarding the Iran war, cautioning against political involvement. In an interview with CBS on Monday, Trump labeled Leo, 70 and born in the U.S., as “wrong about this issue,” and emphasized, “I don’t think he should get involved in politics. He probably […]
Trump declines to say sorry to Pope Leo, stating the pontiff is mistaken.
On Monday, former President Donald Trump dismissed a request by Bishop Robert Barron for the Pope to apologize for his remarks on Truth Social, asserting that it was the Pope who erred. Trump’s criticism targeted Pope Leo’s position on the war in Iran, leading to a conflict with the Roman Catholic Church. Barron, in response, […]
Pope Leo Reacts to Trump’s Comments: ‘I’m Sorry to Hear That’
Pope Leo XIV Responds to Trump’s Criticism Pope Leo XIV addressed President Donald Trump’s criticisms regarding the US-Israel conflict in Iran on Monday, emphasizing that the Vatican stands firm on its commitment to peace and reconciliation, rooted in the Gospel’s teachings. He noted that the Trump administration welcomes vigorous debate. “I think it’s a misunderstanding […]