Pope says he has 'no fear of Trump administration' after president slams him
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- Pope Leo XIV defends his peace-seeking stance against President Trump's criticism, emphasizing the Gospel's message of peace and rejecting violence.
- Trump criticizes Pope Leo as 'weak on crime' and 'terrible for foreign policy,' opposing his views on Iran's nuclear weapons and US actions in Venezuela.
- Vatican official Fr Antonio Spadaro suggests Trump's attacks reflect impotence, noting the pope's moral voice challenges the language of force and national interest.
- Pope Leo advocates for nuclear disarmament and dialogue for peace, previously condemning Trump's threats against Iran as 'truly unacceptable.'
- Trump claims Pope Leo was chosen due to his American nationality to deal with him, while analysts see the criticism as a reaction to the pope's growing international influence.
- Catholic media notes Trump may feel threatened by Pope Leo's appeal to moderate Catholics, who were key to his elections, amid broader support for the pope's stance.