JD Vance praises Pope Leo XIV's peace advocacy amid policy differences

Iran Herald · April 15, 2026 Politics

Washington [US], April 15 (ANI): US Vice President JD Vance praised Pope Leo XIV as a strong advocate for peace, while also pushing back against some recent remarks made by the pontiff on Western military actions, including commentary linked to the Iran conflict. Speaking during an interview, Vance said he appreciated the Pope's willingness to speak on global issues, even when there is disagreement.

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