Trump attacks Pope over criticism of Iran war

The US president accuses Leo of being "weak on crime and terrible for foreign policy".

'Enough of war!': Pope Leo XIV publicly opposes Trump, who fiercely criticizes him in return

The head of the Catholic Church, who has repeatedly called for an end to the conflicts in Iran and Lebanon, has received sustained criticism from the US president.

UK 'not supporting' U.S. Iran blockade as France's Macron confirms 'multinational' talks on the Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump had signaled that other countries would help the U.S. in its blockade.

Malaysia faces energy emergency amid Trump’s Hormuz blockade

Malaysia ended last week with seven oil tankers en route via the Strait of Hormuz and a government promise that supplies would last through May. Then US President Donald Trump announced a blockade. Analysts say the escalation in the US-Israel war on Iran puts Malaysia on a collision course with an energy crisis sooner than expected. “Putrajaya has already flagged June as a critical pressure point,” said geopolitical risk consultant Asrul Sani, associate vice-president of The Asia Group. “This...

By Joseph Sipalan

Oil prices surge as Trump vows to block the Strait of Hormuz

US crude oil prices surged nearly 8%, reaching US$104 per barrel, as concerns grow over a potential US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. In March, Iran exported around 1.85 million barrels of crude per day through the strait. Meanwhile, Hungarians are eyeing a new economic future as Peter Magyar promises reforms to tackle corruption.

By Camille KNIGHT

Oil prices rise as failed deal between U.S. and Iran raises risk of prolonged war

West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude both climbed above $100 a barrel on Monday after a breakdown in talks between the U.S. and Iran over the weekend.

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Trump slams Pope Leo as ‘weak’ and posts picture of himself as Jesus healing the sick

President Trump claimed that Pope Leo XIV was only chosen because ‘they thought that would be the best way to deal with President Donald J. Trump’

By Owen Scott

Trump Posts Jesus-Like Picture of Himself Performing Miracle on Sick Man, Minutes After Ramping Up Feud With Pope Leo

'Don't fear him': Pope Leo takes on Trump, says won't back down on war criticism

Pope Leo has responded to US President Donald Trump's criticism. The Pope stated he will continue speaking out against war, including the conflict involving Iran. He defended the Vatican's appeals for peace as rooted in Christian teaching. Trump had called the Pope weak on crime and terrible for foreign policy..

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Donald Trump Posts AI-Generated Photo of Himself as Jesus After Slamming Pope Leo as ‘Weak’; Pontiff Says He Won’t Stand Down

Donald Trump posted an AI-generated photo of himself seemingly dressed as Jesus Christ shortly after slamming Pope Leo XIV as “weak.” On Sunday night, Trump posted a tirade on Truth Social about Pope Leo — the first American to be chosen for the position — who has been vocally opposed to the war in Iran […]

By Ellise Shafer

Trump threatens to blockade Strait of Hormuz, here's how he could pull it off

US President Donald Trump’s plan for a full naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz threatens to deepen an already unprecedented crisis.

Trump attacks 'weak' Pope Leo XIV - The Straits Times

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MK Fogel deletes X post mocking Trump at Ben-Gvir's request, says he wanted 'to be heard'

The post remained online for over an hour and gained traction on American platforms, reaching roughly half a million views.

Trump Casts God As 'Co-Commander' In Iran War, Pope Says 'No'

Donald Trump framed the Iran war as 'divinely sanctioned' but Pope Leo insists 'God does not bless any conflict', setting up a clash between presidential power and papal moral authority.

Pope Leo responds to Trump's criticism, says he will ‘continue to speak out’; US blockade of Iranian ports to start

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Trump calls Pope Leo ‘terrible’ in unusual, direct attack on Church leader

U.S. President Donald Trump forcefully criticized Pope Leo late on Sunday in an unusual, direct attack on the leader of the 1.4-billion-member Catholic Church that drew immediate rebuke from believers. The president, in an apparent response to the pope’s growing criticisms of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and the Trump administration’s hard-line immigration policies, said […]

Trump says ‘not a big fan’ of Pope Leo after his anti-war message

US President Donald Trump told reporters on Sunday that he is “not a big fan” of Pope Leo XIV, after the global leader of Catholics made a plea for peace amid the war in the Middle East. The 70-year-old American pope publicly implored leaders on Saturday to end the violence, telling worshippers at St Peter’s Basilica: “Enough of the idolatry of self and money! Enough of the display of power! Enough of war!”. “I’m not a big fan of Pope Leo. He’s a very liberal person, and he’s a man who doesn’...

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Wall Street futures drop after US-Iran peace talks fail

I'm not afraid of Trump administration says pope after US president's attack

(ANSA) - PAPAL FLIGHT, APR 13 - Pope Leo XIV said he was not afraid on Monday after US President Donald Trump blasted the American pontiff as "weak" following his criticism of the United States and Israel's war against Iran. "I am not afraid of the Trump administration," Leo told reporters on the papal flight from Rome to Algiers, where he is starting a 10-day visit to Africa that will take in Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea. "I speak of the Gospel and therefore I will contin...

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President Trump Slams Pope Leo for His Views on Crime and Foreign Policy

Not even Pope Leo can escape the wrath of President Trump, who excoriated the Holy Father for his views on crime and foreign policy — and a bunch of other stuff, too! Trump posted a long-winded message on Truth Social Sunday night, kicking things…

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Trump fumes at 1st American pope over Leo's anti-war stance

Donald Trump launched an unusually direct attack on Pope Leo late Sunday, drawing swift condemnation from members of the Catholic Church’s 1.4 billion-strong flock. The U.S. presi...

Trump attacks Pope Leo for opposing war

"If I wasn't in the White House, Leo wouldn't be in the Vatican," The post Trump attacks Pope Leo for opposing war appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Pope Leo to begin 10-day Africa tour

Africa is home to more than 20pc of the world’s Catholics.

Pope Leo begins African tour under shadow of Trump’s ire

Pope Leo XIV begins his historic Africa tour in Algeria, aiming to build Christian-Muslim bridges. The trip is overshadowed by criticism from Donald Trump. Read More: https://punchng.com/pope-leo-begins-african-tour-under-shadow-of-trumps-ire/

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I have no intention to debate with Trump – Pope Leo

"I am not a politician," the pope told reporters aboard the papal plane as they headed to Algeria for the pontiff's first visit to Africa. The post I have no intention to debate with Trump – Pope Leo appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

Dutch divided on Royals' visit to U.S., whether or not to address "elephants in room"

Residents of the Netherlands are pretty divided on the Dutch Royals’ visit to the United States and president Donald Trump.

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Pope says he will ‘speak out loud’ against war after Trump attack

Pope Leo has said he will continue to "speak out loud" against war, after the US president launched an unusual and scathing attack over his opposition to US immigration policy and the war in Iran.

By Abubakar Ibrahim