President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV have engaged in a public dispute over the U.S. war in Iran, with Trump criticizing the pope's calls for peace and the pope urging an end to violence. The conflict has divided opinions among Trump supporters and religious leaders about the roles of political and spiritual authority in war.
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Amid escalating conflict between Iran and Israel following U.S. and Israeli strikes, diplomatic efforts involving indirect talks facilitated by Pakistan and other regional players have reportedly begun, though official confirmations remain pending. The war has caused over 2,000 deaths, displaced millions, and disrupted global energy markets, pushing Brent crude oil prices above $100 a barrel amid fears of supply shortages. Despite ongoing hostilities marked by missile strikes and air raids, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed cautious optimism about potential negotiations, while regional tensions and economic risks continue to mount.
Iran has rejected direct negotiations with the United States over its nuclear program, as stated by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, but remains open to indirect talks through Oman. The history of U.S.-Iran negotiations has been complicated by the U.S.'s withdrawal from the nuclear deal in 2018, leading to stalled diplomatic efforts. The situation is further strained by the Israel-Hamas conflict, which adds tension to U.S.-Iran relations and affects regional stability, leaving the future of negotiations uncertain.