Pope Leo XIV has dismissed any possibility of engaging in a public exchange with Donald Trump following criticism from the U.S. leader over his remarks on the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict.
Speaking to journalists aboard the papal plane en route to Algeria for his first visit to Africa, the pontiff made his position clear. “I am not a politician,” he said, distancing himself from political disputes and rhetoric.
The pope further stressed his stance on dialogue, stating, “I have no intention to debate with (Trump). The message is the same: to promote peace.”
His remarks highlight a consistent focus on diplomacy and reconciliation amid rising global tensions.
The exchange comes as international concern grows over the escalation between the United States and Iran, with global leaders continuing to call for restraint and peaceful resolution.