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VATICAN CITY: The spiritual head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Leo, said his recent remarks about “tyrants destroying the world” were not directed at Donald Trump, seeking to defuse speculation of a rift between the Vatican and Washington.
The clarification followed comments the Pope made during a visit to Cameroon, where he warned that a small number of authoritarian leaders were contributing to global instability. The remarks were widely interpreted by some commentators as a veiled criticism of the US president.
Addressing the controversy, the Pope said his speech had been prepared in advance and was not a response to any specific individual, including Mr Trump. He added that the message was intended as a broader reflection on global leadership and the challenges facing the international community.
The Vatican moved swiftly to dampen tensions, with officials emphasising that the Pope’s words were being taken out of context. They reiterated that his comments were aimed at highlighting the need for responsible governance and collective efforts to address global crises.
The episode briefly stirred diplomatic interest, coming at a time when relations between global leaders have been under close scrutiny. However, the Pope’s clarification appeared to ease concerns of any direct confrontation between the Holy See and the United States.
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