Article #19133
France 24 - World News
| Title | Trump-Pope clash rehashes old gripes, casts cloud over Rubio's Vatican visit | Source | France 24 - World News |
| Description | Donald Trump has intensified his criticism of Pope Leo XIV, who responded to the US president's broadside on Tuesday by reaffirming his mission to preach peace while accepting public scrutiny. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio sought to downplay the verbal clash Tuesday during a White House press briefing on Iran, just days before he visits the Vatican, raising concerns the dispute could hinder delicate diplomatic efforts. | ||
| Link | https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20260505-trump-pope-clash-rehashes-old-gripes-casts-cloud-over-rubio-s-vatican-visit | Published At | 2026-05-05 15:13:17 (2 months ago) |
| Created At | 2026-05-05 15:14:22 | Updated At | 2026-05-05 15:52:18 |