Italy's Giorgia Meloni condemned Donald Trump's remarks about Pope Leo XIV as unacceptable after a fresh exchange over the pope's anti-war comments.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has condemned Donald Trump's criticism of Pope Leo XIV, calling it unacceptable.
The remarks come after Trump attacked the pope over his comments on war, prompting a fresh public clash between the White House and the Vatican. Pope Leo said he is not a politician and would continue speaking strongly against war and in favor of peace.
Italian church leaders also urged respect for the pope and his ministry.
The dispute follows earlier comments from Trump that drew a sharp rebuke from the pontiff, setting off a diplomatic and political flashpoint in Europe and the United States.
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