León XIV

León XIV is the current Pope, elected approximately two years ago (in 2025). He is making headlines primarily due to his strong stance against the war between Israel/US and Iran, which has drawn sharp criticism from former US President Donald Trump, who has called him "weak" and accused him of being "terrible" on foreign policy. Trump also criticized the Pope's views on nuclear weapons. The Pope's opposition to the war is a central theme in his public addresses and is highlighted by the Vatican newspaper. León XIV is also embarking on his first trip to Africa, visiting Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea, signaling the growing importance of Catholicism in the region. He also plans a visit to Spain in June, which is already causing some controversy regarding the details of his arrival. His visit to Algeria is particularly significant as he considers himself a "son of Saint Augustine".