Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:32pm on 13 Apr 2026,Monday International
Pope Leo XIV said he will continue speaking out against war despite criticism from Donald Trump, stressing that the message of the Gospel should not be “abused.” Speaking during a flight to Algiers, the pontiff avoided direct confrontation but underscored his commitment to peace advocacy. His remarks come as he begins an 11-day tour across African nations, including Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea marking his first major international trip since assuming office. The exchange highlights growing tensions between political rhetoric and religious messaging amid escalating global conflicts and geopolitical instability. (PC: Reuters)
