Iran’s president condemns insult to Pope Leo XIV

World News Iran’s president condemns insult to Pope Leo XIV Published on April 13, 2026 By Nana Ismail googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Iran’s President, Masoud Pezeshkian, has publicly condemned what he described as an insult directed at Pope Leo XIV, expressing solidarity on behalf of the Iranian people. In a message shared on X, the president said: “His Holiness Pope Leo XIV (@Pontifex), I condemn the insult to Your Excellency on behalf of the great nation of Iran.” Pezeshkian also stressed the importance of mutual respect among religious figures and communities, noting that acts of disrespect towards revered personalities undermine shared values of peace and coexistence. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); He further stated: “I declare that the desecration of Jesus, the prophet of peace and brotherhood, is not acceptable to any free person. I wish you glory by Allah.” The statement comes amid comments attributed to former US President Donald Trump concerning the Pope, as discussions on a potential peace deal with Iran continue. Don't Miss AU not fit, lacks capacity to provide leadership Africa needs – Kenya President, Ruto You may like War: ‘You’ll be trapped in deadly vortex’ – Iran warns as US moves to block Strait of Hormuz Trump orders Strait of Hormuz blockade after Iran talks fail Putin offers mediation as US–Iran talks collapse Failed peace talks: You can’t dictate terms to Iran – Javad Zarif to US War: Why peace talks with US failed – Iran Peace talks: Iran has rejected our terms – US VP, JD Vance

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