U.S. President Donald Trump has renewed his criticism of Pope Leo XIV, accusing him of ignoring alleged killings in Iran.
In a social media post, Trump claimed that Iran had killed about 42,000 protesters in two months and insisted the country must not be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons.
The remarks escalated ongoing tensions between Trump and the Vatican. Pope Leo, speaking earlier, said he would continue advocating for peace and diplomacy while avoiding direct political confrontation.
He emphasized that the Church’s role is to promote dialogue and human dignity, not political rivalry.
The exchange has sparked global reactions, highlighting growing disagreement between Washington and the Vatican over how international crises should be addressed.
