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Pope Leo XIV reacts to Donald Trump’s criticism, stating he has no intention to debate and stressing his commitment to peace amid US-Iran tensions.

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Pope Leo XIV has dismissed the idea of engaging in a debate with Donald Trump, saying his focus remains on promoting peace after facing criticism over remarks on the US-Iran war.

The pope made the comment on Monday while speaking to journalists aboard the papal aircraft heading to Algeria for his first African trip.

“I am not a politician,” he said.

“I have no intention to debate with (Trump). The message is the same: to promote peace.”

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