Pope says ‘not in my interest at all’ to debate Trump but will keep preaching peace
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Key Points:
- Pope Leo XIV stated he has no interest in debating U.S. President Donald Trump about the Iran war, emphasizing his focus on preaching the Gospel message of peace.
- The pope addressed Trump's criticisms of his peace message, clarifying that his calls for peace are directed at all global conflicts, not just the Iran war.
- Leo condemned the use of religious justification for war and called Trump's threat against Iranian civilization "truly unacceptable."
- He highlighted that his recent remarks on peace and war were prepared before Trump's comments and are aimed at promoting justice, fraternity, and peace worldwide.
- During his Africa tour, Leo plans to encourage Catholics and address governments, including Angola, a country still healing from a long civil war.
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