Former President Donald Trump has declined to issue an apology to Pope Leo XIV following his critical remarks about the pontiff's stance against the conflict in Iran. Trump also addressed a controversial social media post where he appeared as Jesus, explaining that he mistakenly believed the image showed him as a doctor. This post was later removed from his accounts. The Italian Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, publicly condemned Trump's comments, describing them as unacceptable.
The report comes from FRANCE 24, with correspondent Seema Gupta delivering the update from Rome. The incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding political and religious figures' responses to international conflicts. The coverage focuses on these recent developments and the reactions they have sparked among world leaders.