Brazil’s Lula defends Pope Leo in message to Catholics after Trump’s criticism - AP News
President Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV as 'weak on crime' following the pontiff's opposition to potential military action in Iran.
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Brazilian President Lula da Silva expressed solidarity with Pope Leo XIV following public criticism from President Donald Trump over the Pope's opposition to military action in Iran.
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