Pope Leo denounces Trump’s threat to destroy Iran’s ‘whole civilization’ - The Washington Post

The Washington Post
April 8, 2026
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Pope Leo denounced President Trump's threat to destroy Iran's "whole civilization."

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Pope Leo denounced President Trump's threat to destroy Iran's "whole civilization," as reported by The Washington Post. This marks a rare public rebuke from the Vatican leader regarding a specific statement made by the sitting US President. The Pope's condemnation highlights international concern over the escalating rhetoric surrounding US-Iran relations. This intervention from a prominent religious figure adds a moral dimension to the ongoing geopolitical tensions.

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