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Pope Leo 'using more politics than he should' amid US-Iran war, say Trump supporters

Pope Leo has criticized US President Donald Trump's actions against Iran in multiple instances, leading to a social media squabble between the two leaders.

A combination picture shows Pope Leo XIV addressing Algeria's political leaders at the cultural centre of the Great Mosque of Algiers (Djamaa El Djazair), where he criticized violations of international law by "neocolonial" world powers, in Mohamadia, Algiers, Algeria, April 13, 2026.
US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC), the Chairman of the Senate Budget Commission speaks during a Senate Committee on the Budget hearing to examine the President's fiscal year 2027 budget proposal in Capitol Hill on April 16, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Senator Lindsey Graham speaks to Trump, Hegseth on 'way forward' in Iran conflict

A picture shows flags of Italy and of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) at the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) headquarters during a meeting of the Italian football authorities after the national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup, in Rome on April 2, 2026.

Trump envoy seeks to replace Iran with Italy in upcoming World Cup - Financial Times

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir meets with US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine at the IDF's Kirya headquarters in Tel Aviv, November 1, 2025.

Critical roles of Eyal Zamir, Dan Caine, Brad Cooper in shaping the Iran war - exclusive


Why military brass kept Trump sidelined during high-stakes Iranian extraction operation - report

Military aides kept Trump out of the Situation Room during the high-stakes Iran rescue mission of a US airman, fearing his temper would derail the mission.

US President Donald Trump walks after speaking to the press, as he arrives at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix, Arizona, US, April 17, 2026

Pope Leo denies targeting Trump, says comments misread during Africa tour

That speech, said Leo, "was prepared two weeks ago, well before the president ever commented on myself and on the message of peace that I am promoting."

 Pope Leo XIV speaks as he attends a meeting with the authorities, civil society and the diplomatic corps in Luanda, Angola, April 18, 2026.

Talking to Lebanon: Peace, or a temporary respite from Hezbollah? - editorial

Israel needs to make its own decisions based on its own needs, with the only consideration the country should have concerning the North being to keep the residents safe.

An Israeli army vehicle moves near destroyed houses in Southern Lebanon, as seen from a position on the Israeli side of the border on April 15, 2026 in Southern Lebanon, Israel.

Iran rejects second round of US talks, claims Washington broke ceasefire

US Navy seizes Iranian ship attempting to pass Hormuz • Netanyahu, Milei meet in Jerusalem • Trump says Iran committed 'serious' ceasefire violation, still wants deal

IRAN'S FOREIGN Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei attends an interview, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, April 5, 2026.

Iran-US talks deepened understanding but mistrust remains, parliament speaker Ghalibaf says

Some of the main disagreements during the talks, Ghalibaf said, were focused on the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear issues. 

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf speaks during a press conference in Tehran, Iran November 27, 2024.

Kamala Harris accuses Netanyahu of pulling Trump into Iran war

In a speech at a Michigan event, Kamala Harris claimed Netanyahu pulled Trump into the Iran conflict, calling the Trump administration the "most corrupt" in US history.

Former US vice president Kamala Harris during a book tour, pictured in South Carolina, April 16, 2026.

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson calls out EU on international law violation claims

Baghaei was responding to an X/Twitter post by Kaja Kallas, who had written that "Under international law, transit through waterways like the Strait of Hormuz must remain open and free of charge."

IRAN'S FOREIGN Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei attends an interview, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, April 5, 2026.

Tucker Carlson's son leaves JD Vance spox. role to start political consulting firm - Politico

According to one source, a Vance official, he had informed the vice president of his intention to leave in December, but the plan had been put off by several months "to ensure a smooth transition."

Tucker Carlson, former FOX News host and current host of The Tucker Carlson Show, attends a meeting with oil executives in the East Room of the White House on January 9, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Washington letter on Bosnia sparks fears of expanding foreign influence in Europe - opinion

A congressional letter reignites debate over Bosnia’s fragile balance, Dodik’s role, and Western strategy in the Balkans.

Former President of the Republic of Srpska, Milorad Dodik, gestures during a parade as Bosnian Serbs celebrate their autonomous region's statehood day with a parade of special forces and armoured vehicles in, Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina, January 9, 2026.

Strait of Hormuz traffic falls to single digits as security fears keep ships stuck

As a ceasefire lowers the risk of direct escalation, movement through Hormuz remains weak, with experts warning that the immediate problem is maritime security, not the lack of pipeline plans.

Maps4Media processed and enhanced Sentinal-2 satellite imagery shows a broad view of the Strait of Hormuz between southern Iran and Oman's Musandam Peninsula.