'Pope Leo is WEAK': Trump launches unprecedented attack on first American Pope over Iran War

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Donald Trump launched a lengthy attack on Pope Leo XIV, America's first pope, criticizing him for opposing US military action in Iran and Venezuela. Trump posted the criticism on Truth Social and made remarks to reporters at Joint Base Andrews. The feud escalated after Leo condemned the Iran conflict at a prayer service Saturday. Leo called for peace negotiations and criticized displays of military power. Trump accused Leo of defending Iran's nuclear development and failing to defend churches during COVID lockdowns.

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