Pope Leo says he does not fear Trump as he pushes back in feud over Iran war

By WILL WEISSERT, JOSH BOAK and NICOLE WINFIELD - Associated Press///4/13/2026

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![Vatican Pope](https://www.pressherald.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/04/Vatican_Pope_39987-1.jpg?w=1000) 'We join with Pope Leo XIV in calling the faithful to pray for peace,' a spokesperson for the Portland Diocese said.