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Pope Leo XIV is accompanied by Cardinal Baldassare Reina, left, and Monsignor Leonardo Sapienza as he visits the parish complex of the Ascension of Our Lord Jesus Christ on the outskirts of Rome on March 1. (Alessandra Tarantino/AP)

To criticize an American-led war, an American pope turns to allies

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Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pope, navigates tensions with the Trump administration over military actions in Iran. While Vatican officials criticize the strikes, Leo maintains a diplomatic stance, urging peace and diplomacy. His approach contrasts with his predecessor, Pope Francis, who was more direct. Leo’s visit to Lampedusa on the Fourth of July highlights his focus on migrant issues, avoiding direct confrontation with Trump.

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