United States18 Apr
Pope Leo downplays feud with Trump
Pope Leo XIV says it is 'not in my interest at all' to debate President Trump about the war in Iran.
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Pope Leo XIV says it is 'not in my interest at all' to debate President Trump about the war in Iran.
Pope Leo provides new detail, stating his peace talk was prepared two weeks prior to Trump's comments.
Pope Leo XIV explicitly declined a debate with President Trump, stating it is 'not in my interest at all'.

