13.04.2026 15:00
Tensions between U.S. President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIII escalated with mutual statements. Trump targeted the Pope with words like "extremely liberal" and stated, "I don't want such a Pope." In response from the Vatican, the Pope did not back down, saying, "I have no fear of the Trump administration," and emphasized that he would continue to advocate for messages of peace. The debate deepens through anti-war rhetoric and U.S. policies.
The tension between U.S. President Donald Trump and the spiritual leader of the Catholic world, Pope Leo XIII, is escalating with mutual statements. The Vatican responded clearly to Trump's harsh words.
TRUMP: I DON'T WANT SUCH A POPE
Trump targeted Pope Leo XIII, saying, "We don't like the Pope, he is an extremely liberal person." Continuing his criticisms through Iran and Venezuela policies, Trump stated, "I don't want such a Pope." The U.S. President also claimed that the Pope has harmed the Church.
VATICAN'S RESPONSE: I AM NOT AFRAID
Pope Leo XIII responded to Trump's words, saying, "I have no fear of the Trump administration. I do not hesitate to express the message of the Gospel." The Pope emphasized that the Church carries a message of peace, not politics.
The Pope continued his remarks: "We are not politicians. We do not approach foreign policy from a perspective he can understand, but I believe in the message of the Gospel, as a messenger of peace."
HE COMPARED HIMSELF TO JESUS CHRIST
Following Trump's statements, an image he shared on social media also sparked controversy. In the AI-generated image, Trump was seen depicting himself in a manner similar to Jesus Christ.
AT THE CENTER OF TENSION ARE WAR RHETORICS
At the heart of the tension between the parties are Trump's harsh foreign policy statements and the Pope's anti-war declarations.