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Trump Goes On a Jaw-Dropping Tirade Against Pope Leo: ‘I Don’t Want a Pope Who Criticizes the President of the United States!’

Donald Trump launched a tirade against Pope Leo XIV on Truth Social, stating he does not want a Pope who criticizes the US President and accusing him of weakness in fighting crime and foreign policy.

12 Apr, 09:00 — 13 Apr, 12:08
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APVery High3h ago

Trump lambasts Pope Leo XIV, extending feud over Iran war with first American pontiff - AP News

Trump lambasts Pope Leo XIV, extending feud over Iran war with first American pontiff  AP News

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ReutersVery High4h ago

Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him 'terrible' for foreign policy and 'weak' on crime - Reuters

Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him 'terrible' for foreign policy and 'weak' on crime  Reuters

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BBCHigh6h ago

Pope prioritises world's fastest-growing Catholic region in major Africa tour

Leo XIV wants the world's attention on a continent vital to the Church's future, an aide says.

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NYTMostly Factual2h ago

Trump Attacks Pope Leo as Too Liberal and ‘Weak on Crime’

President Trump’s lengthy post on social media showed there were really no boundaries when it comes to people he might target, including the leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics.

By Katie Rogers

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bloombergHigh4h ago

Trump Attacks Pope for Iran War, Immigration Agenda Criticism - Bloomberg.com

Trump Attacks Pope for Iran War, Immigration Agenda Criticism  Bloomberg.com

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FTVery High2h ago

Donald Trump lashes Pope Leo on social media for criticism of Iran war

The head of the Catholic Church has emerged as a leading voice of opposition against US foreign policy

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le-mondeHigh19h ago

Pope embarks on African tour, a strategic continent for Catholicism

From April 13 to 23, Pope Léon XIV is set to visit Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea. The trip symbolizes the shift in the center of gravity of the Catholic Church, whose future now lies in Africa.

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wapoMostly Factual21h ago

On Africa trip, Pope Leo will face debate over polygamy as Catholicism booms

Leo’s early papacy has been defined largely by his response to President Donald Trump but a 10-day trip, starting Monday, will let the pope focus on spreading the faith.

By Anthony Faiola, Rael Ombuor, Rachel Chason

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The GuardianMostly Factual2h ago

Donald Trump launches extraordinary attack on Pope Leo calling him ‘weak’ and ‘terrible’

In unprecedented attack on the leader of the Catholic church, president says the US-born pope is ‘not doing a very good job’ and is ‘a very liberal person’ President Donald Trump delivered an extraordinary broadside against Pope Leo XIV on Sunday night, saying he didn’t think the US-born leader of the Catholic church is “doing a very good job” and that “he’s a very liberal person,” while also suggesting the pontiff should “stop catering to the Radical Left.” Flying back to Washington from Flo...

By Associated Press

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NPRHigh1h ago

Trump lambasts Pope Leo XIV, extending feud over Iran war with American pontiff

President Donald Trump delivered an extraordinary broadside against Pope Leo XIV on Sunday night, saying he didn't think the U.S.-born global leader of the Catholic Church is "doing a very good job."

By The Associated Press

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Fox NewsMixed4h ago

Trump accuses Pope Leo of being 'terrible' on foreign policy over pontiff's anti-war comments

President Donald Trump accused Pope Leo XIV of being "terrible" on foreign policy as the pontiff continues to criticize the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and call for peace.

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cbcHigh4h ago

Trump slams Pope Leo on social media following American pontiff's comments on Iran war

U.S. President Donald Trump attacked Pope Leo XIV on social media on Sunday, saying the first American pope should "stop catering to the Radical Left."

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cnbcMostly Factual4h ago

Trump blasts Pope Leo for criticism of U.S. foreign policy

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SCMPMostly Factual4h ago

Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him ‘weak’ on crime and ‘terrible’ for foreign policy

US President Donald Trump attacked Pope Leo on social media on Sunday, saying the first American pope should “stop catering to the Radical Left”. It was an extraordinary broadside against the global leader of the Catholic Church, exacerbating a feud that began over the war in Iran. “Pope Leo is WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy,” the president wrote on social media. He also wrote that “I don’t want a Pope who thinks it’s OK for Iran to have a Nuclear Weapon”. A short time later,...

By Associated Press

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YahooMostly Factual4h ago

Trump Goes On a Jaw-Dropping Tirade Against Pope Leo: ‘I Don’t Want a Pope Who Criticizes the President of the United States!’

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual3h ago

'Weak on crime': Donald Trump slams Pope Leo over 'enough of war' remark on Iran

President Trump sharply criticized Pope Leo XIV, labeling him "weak on crime" and "terrible for foreign policy." Trump accused the pontiff of being soft on Iran's nuclear ambitions and opposing US military actions, while the Pope had called for peace and dialogue amid global conflicts.

By TOI World Desk

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varietyMostly Factual4h ago

‘The Great Experiment’ Review: A Fascinating Archival Chronicle of America Enduring Trump’s First Term

Beginning with mass protests on one end of the political spectrum and ending with riots on the other, the four years of Donald Trump’s first presidential term added up to a substantial chapter of U.S. history, with or without the possibility of a reprise. At the halfway mark of his tumultuous second term, few would […]

By Guy Lodge

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straits-timesMostly Factual2h ago

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

Trump attacks 'weak' Pope Leo XIV  The Straits Times

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual3h ago

‘Don’t care if they come back': Trump after failed US-Iran talks in Pakistan; says Tehran in ‘very bad shape’

Donald Trump affirmed that Iran will not have a nuclear weapon.

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indian-expressMostly Factual4h ago

Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him ‘weak’ on crime and ‘terrible’

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jerusalem-postMostly Factual32m ago

Trump: ‘I don’t care’ if Iran comes back to negotiations

Trump signaled indifference to renewed Iran talks, blaming nuclear ambitions for their collapse and announcing a US naval blockade.

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ndtvMostly Factual2h ago

"Not A Big Fan Of Pope Leo": Trump's Jab After His Criticism Of Iran War

Donald Trump accused Pope Leo of "toying with a country that wants a nuclear weapon."

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sbs-newsMostly Factual2h ago

Donald Trump calls Pope Leo 'weak' after pontiff's criticism of war and immigration policies

The United States president told reporters that he is "not a big fan" of Pope Leo XIV.

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DawnMostly Factual3h ago

Pope sees ‘moral obligation’ to protect Lebanese

Pope Leo XIV VATICAN CITY: Pope Leo XIV expressed his closeness to the people of Lebanon on Sunday, saying there was a “moral obligation” to protect them while calling on warring parties to seek peace. Lebanese authorities say more than 2,000 people have been killed in Israeli strikes against Lebanon in last six weeks. “I am closer than ever, in these days of sorrow, fear, and unconquerable hope in God, to the beloved Lebanese people,” Pope Leo told the crowd at St Peter’s Square followi...

By none@none.com (Agencies)

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deadlineMostly Factual3h ago

Donald Trump Goes On Tirade Against The Pope: “If I Wasn’t In The White House, Leo Wouldn’t Be In The Vatican”

About an hour after 60 Minutes did a segment on Pope Leo and U.S. cardinals opposing Donald Trump’s Iran war and immigration policies, the president posted a Truth Social tirade about the Holy Father. In a rare and perhaps unprecedented attack by a president on the leader of the Catholic church, Trump called Leo “weak […]

By Ted Johnson

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Korea HeraldMostly Factual3h ago

Middle East prepares for more fighting

DOHA, Qatar (AFP) -- A sense of dread spread across the Middle East after talks between the US and Iran collapsed, as fears of renewed fighting rattled an already tense region with Donald Trump ordering a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Following more than 20 hours of talks in the Pakistani capital Islamabad, US Vice President JD Vance admitted the yawning differences between the US and Iran proved to be insurmountable for the moment. What could come next and whether the two sides will c

By The Korea Herald

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japan-timesMostly Factual4h ago

U.K. government shelves Chagos Islands plan opposed by Trump

The plan involves handing over the Indian Ocean archipelago to Mauritius while retaining control of the joint U.S.-U.K. military base of Diego Garcia through a lease.

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual4h ago

Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him 'weak' on crime and 'terrible'

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in-cyprus1h ago

Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him ‘terrible’ for foreign policy and ‘weak’ on crime

U.S. President Donald Trump attacked Pope Leo XIV late on Sunday following the pontiff’s criticism of his foreign and immigration policies. “Pope Leo is WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social. Leo, who last year became the first U.S.-born pope, has ​emerged as an outspoken critic […]

By Newsroom

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inquirerMostly Factualjust now

Jaro archdiocese joins global calls for peace in Middle East

ILOILO CITY — The Archdiocese of Jaro has mobilized parishes across Iloilo to join global calls for peace following an appeal from Pope Leo XIV amid escalating tensions in the Middle East that have begun to affect countries, including the Philippines. READ: Pope Leo urges protection of civilians in war zones In a directive issued

By cavendano

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news24-saMostly Factual13h ago

Monday’s weather: Severe thunderstorms, rain, damaging winds expected across 5 provinces - News24

Monday’s weather: Severe thunderstorms, rain, damaging winds expected across 5 provinces  News24

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tempo-englishMostly Factual2h ago

Trump Claims Pope Leo XIV Elected Because of Him - Tempo.co English

Trump Claims Pope Leo XIV Elected Because of Him  Tempo.co English

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star-malaysiaMixed5h ago

Pope Leo to begin 10-day Africa tour on mission to spotlight continent's needs - The Star

Pope Leo to begin 10-day Africa tour on mission to spotlight continent's needs  The Star

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Premium TimesMostly Factual12h ago

Let no one threaten the Pope!, By Wole Olaoye

…it is the duty of the pope to speak truth to power, no matter how bitter. Pope Leo XIV has always defended the poor, refugees, and others who have no one to speak for them. As the first American Pope, Leo XIV has shown that his commitment to truth and human dignity transcends ideology, race, […] The post Let no one threaten the Pope!, By Wole Olaoye appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Ololade Bamidele

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global-timesLow14h ago

China-Africa green cooperation cannot be tarnished - Global Times

China-Africa green cooperation cannot be tarnished  Global Times

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punch-ngMostly Factual5h ago

Eko Hotels anniversary event boosts tourism advocacy drive

Eko Hotels & Suites hosts the Africa Legacy Summit to boost African tourism, focusing on collaboration, investment, and unlocking the continent’s potential Read More: https://punchng.com/eko-hotels-anniversary-event-boosts-tourism-advocacy-drive/

By Punch Newspapers

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myjoyonlineMixed3h ago

Pope Leo to begin 10-day Africa tour on mission to spotlight continent’s needs

Pope Leo begins an ​ambitious 10-day tour of four countries in Africa on Monday, urging global leaders to address needs on the ‌continent where more than a fifth of the world's Catholics live.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

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senewebMixed12h ago

"A historic position": Iran applauds Ousmane Sonko after his scathing attack against Trump - Seneweb

"A historic position": Iran applauds Ousmane Sonko after his scathing attack against Trump  Seneweb

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wapo12 Apr, 09:00First to report

On Africa trip, Pope Leo will face debate over polygamy as Catholicism booms

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il-sole-24-ore12 Apr, 10:13

Alla vigilia del viaggio in Africa, Leone ricorda i martiri di Abitene

le-monde12 Apr, 11:01

Pope embarks on African tour, a strategic continent for Catholicism

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luxemburger-wort12 Apr, 15:00

Papst Leo XIV. auf heikler Afrikareise

global-times12 Apr, 15:46

China-Africa green cooperation cannot be tarnished - Global Times

faz12 Apr, 15:52

Papst Leo XIV.: „Haltet ein! Es ist Zeit für den Frieden“

news24-sa12 Apr, 16:30

Monday’s weather: Severe thunderstorms, rain, damaging winds expected across 5 provinces - News24

1h later
Premium Times12 Apr, 17:41

Let no one threaten the Pope!, By Wole Olaoye

seneweb12 Apr, 18:04

"A historic position": Iran applauds Ousmane Sonko after his scathing attack against Trump - Seneweb

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kuwait-times12 Apr, 19:27

In fiery speech, Pope Leo says ‘Enough to war!’ - Kuwait Times

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svenska-dagbladet12 Apr, 22:09

Oljepriset rusar vid handelns öppning

BBC12 Apr, 23:08

Pope prioritises world's fastest-growing Catholic region in major Africa tour

1h later
star-malaysia13 Apr, 00:12

Pope Leo to begin 10-day Africa tour on mission to spotlight continent's needs - The Star

punch-ng13 Apr, 00:23

Eko Hotels anniversary event boosts tourism advocacy drive

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Reuters13 Apr, 01:27

Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him 'terrible' for foreign policy and 'weak' on crime - Reuters

japan-times13 Apr, 01:27

U.K. government shelves Chagos Islands plan opposed by Trump

cnbc13 Apr, 01:27

Trump blasts Pope Leo for criticism of U.S. foreign policy

variety13 Apr, 01:31

‘The Great Experiment’ Review: A Fascinating Archival Chronicle of America Enduring Trump’s First Term

channel-news-asia13 Apr, 01:43

Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him 'weak' on crime and 'terrible'

indian-express13 Apr, 01:53

Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him ‘weak’ on crime and ‘terrible’

cbc13 Apr, 01:54

Trump slams Pope Leo on social media following American pontiff's comments on Iran war

Fox News13 Apr, 01:55

Trump accuses Pope Leo of being 'terrible' on foreign policy over pontiff's anti-war comments

aftonbladet13 Apr, 01:57

Trump kritiserar påven: Är inte ett fan

20-minuten13 Apr, 02:01

Trump attackiert Leo: «Ohne mich wäre er nicht Papst»

SCMP13 Apr, 02:02

Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him ‘weak’ on crime and ‘terrible’ for foreign policy

Yahoo13 Apr, 02:03

Trump Goes On a Jaw-Dropping Tirade Against Pope Leo: ‘I Don’t Want a Pope Who Criticizes the President of the United States!’

vg13 Apr, 02:04

Trump med kraftsalve mot paven: – Pave Leo er svak

bloomberg13 Apr, 02:05

Trump Attacks Pope for Iran War, Immigration Agenda Criticism - Bloomberg.com

yle-uutiset13 Apr, 02:11

Suivaantunut Trump: En ole paavin suuri fani

berlingske13 Apr, 02:14

Trump: Jeg er ligeglad med Irans deltagelse i forhandlinger

hindustan-times13 Apr, 02:17

‘Don’t care if they come back': Trump after failed US-Iran talks in Pakistan; says Tehran in ‘very bad shape’

Times of India13 Apr, 02:19

'Weak on crime': Donald Trump slams Pope Leo over 'enough of war' remark on Iran

Korea Herald13 Apr, 02:37

Middle East prepares for more fighting

deadline13 Apr, 02:44

Donald Trump Goes On Tirade Against The Pope: “If I Wasn’t In The White House, Leo Wouldn’t Be In The Vatican”

myjoyonline13 Apr, 02:57

Pope Leo to begin 10-day Africa tour on mission to spotlight continent’s needs

AP13 Apr, 02:58

Trump lambasts Pope Leo XIV, extending feud over Iran war with first American pontiff - AP News

Dawn13 Apr, 03:01

Pope sees ‘moral obligation’ to protect Lebanese

le-figaro13 Apr, 03:04

«Je ne suis pas fan du pape»: Trump s'en prend à Léon XIV après son message antiguerre

dnevnik-bg13 Apr, 03:07

Папата започва амбициозна обиколка в Африка

tempo-english13 Apr, 03:12

Trump Claims Pope Leo XIV Elected Because of Him - Tempo.co English

FT13 Apr, 03:15

Donald Trump lashes Pope Leo on social media for criticism of Iran war

nzz13 Apr, 03:17

INTERVIEW - Alt-Sozialist Cavalli auf Kuba: «Die derzeitige totale Blockade hat schon fast genozidale Ausmasse»

straits-times13 Apr, 03:19

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

NYT13 Apr, 03:21

Trump Attacks Pope Leo as Too Liberal and ‘Weak on Crime’

sbs-news13 Apr, 03:29

Donald Trump calls Pope Leo 'weak' after pontiff's criticism of war and immigration policies

ruv13 Apr, 03:31

Bandaríkjaforseti gagnrýnir Leo XIV páfa harðlega

The Guardian13 Apr, 03:31

Donald Trump launches extraordinary attack on Pope Leo calling him ‘weak’ and ‘terrible’

rzeczpospolita13 Apr, 03:37

Klęska Fideszu i Viktora Orbána na Węgrzech. Donald Trump krytykuje papieża

la-vanguardia13 Apr, 03:42

Trump ataca a León XIV, crítico con la guerra de Irán, por ser “débil” y “terrible” en política exterior

ndtv13 Apr, 03:53

"Not A Big Fan Of Pope Leo": Trump's Jab After His Criticism Of Iran War

newsbeast13 Apr, 04:03

Επίθεση Τραμπ στον Πάπα Λέοντα ΙΔ΄: «Δεν είμαι μέγας θαυμαστής του, είναι υπερβολικά φιλελεύθερος»

delfi-lt13 Apr, 04:07

Trumpas užsipuolė popiežių Leoną XIV po pastarojo kritikos karams

Rappler13 Apr, 04:08

[EDITORIAL] Hindi dapat issue ang madman politics ni Trump. Naked imperialism ito.

NPR13 Apr, 04:11

Trump lambasts Pope Leo XIV, extending feud over Iran war with American pontiff

index-hr13 Apr, 04:12

Trump napao papu: Slab je po pitanju kriminala i užasan za vanjsku politiku

jutarnji-list13 Apr, 04:14

Cijene nafte ponovno porasle, Trump brutalno napao napao papu: ‘Slab je i užasan‘

tvn2413 Apr, 04:25

Trump: wysokie ceny ropy i benzyny mogą się utrzymać do listopada

iefimerida13 Apr, 04:31

Επίθεση Τραμπ στον Πάπα Λέοντα: Να σταματήσει να εξυπηρετεί τη ριζοσπαστική Αριστερά

in-cyprus13 Apr, 04:32

Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him ‘terrible’ for foreign policy and ‘weak’ on crime

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jerusalem-post13 Apr, 05:35

Trump: ‘I don’t care’ if Iran comes back to negotiations

7h later
inquirer13 Apr, 12:08Latest update

Jaro archdiocese joins global calls for peace in Middle East