US President Donald Trump has sharply criticised Pope Leo after the pontiff made public remarks calling for an end to global conflicts and urging leaders to avoid military escalation.
Pope Leo, the first US-born pope, recently spoke about the need for peace, warning against what he described as growing global aggression and the “moral justification” of war. He also raised concerns about immigration policies and international military actions, urging a shift towards humanitarian approaches.
Trump responded strongly, calling the Pope “weak” and accusing him of interfering in political and security matters. He said the pontiff should focus on religious duties rather than commenting on foreign policy decisions. Trump also argued that the Pope’s stance on global conflicts and immigration was out of step with US national interests.
The exchange quickly drew global attention, as public disagreements between a US political figure and the head of the Catholic Church are rare. The comments have sparked debate over whether religious leaders should speak on political issues such as war, immigration, and national security.
Pope Leo, meanwhile, has not engaged directly in political back-and-forth. He reiterated that his role is to promote peace, dialogue, and humanitarian values, rather than support any political side.
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