VATICAN-(MaraviPost)-Pope Leo XIV has expressed “no fear” of the Trump administration, vowing to continue speaking out against war and promoting peace amidst the US president’s harsh criticism.
Donald Trump accused the pontiff of being “WEAK on Crime and terrible for Foreign Policy” in a Truth Social post, stating he’s “not a big fan” of Pope Leo.
The Pope, currently on an 11-day trip to Africa, emphasized his role is to spread the message of peace, not engage in politics.
He’s been a vocal critic of the Iran war, labeling Trump’s threat to destroy Iranian civilization “unacceptable” and urging him to find an “off-ramp” to end the conflict.
Trump’s remarks drew criticism from Catholics worldwide, with expert Massimo Faggioli comparing them to the Pope’s treatment by fascist dictators in World War Two.
“Not even Hitler or Mussolini attacked the Pope so directly and publicly,” Faggioli said.
The Pope’s stance on immigration and nuclear weapons has also sparked debate.
He questioned whether someone can be “pro-life” while supporting “inhuman treatment of immigrants,” echoing concerns raised by his predecessor, Pope Francis.
