Pope Leo says remarks about world being 'ravaged by a handful of tyrants' were not aimed at Trump: report
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Pope Leo XIV stated that his earlier remarks about the world being "ravaged by a handful of tyrants" were not directed at President Donald Trump. Speaking on a flight to Angola during his Africa tour on Saturday, April 18, 2026, the Pope said reports had inaccurately portrayed his comments. He clarified that the speech was prepared two weeks prior to Trump's comments about him and his peace efforts. The Pope emphasized that he had no interest in debating the President. This clarification follows Trump's criticism of Pope Leo XIV's foreign policy views, particularly regarding the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, and his response to the treatment of religious organizations during COVID.
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AI-ExtractedPope Leo XIV spoke about the world being 'ravaged by a handful of tyrants'.
The Pope stated his speech was prepared before Trump commented on him.
Trump criticized the Pope's stance on the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
Trump accused Pope Leo XIV of being 'terrible' on foreign policy.
Pope Leo XIV said his remarks about 'tyrants' were not directed at President Donald Trump.
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