General · 18 April 2026

Meloni says Trump's pope comments are unacceptable

Many Italians worry about rising energy prices from the Iran war, with six in ten opposing the conflict. PM Giorgia Meloni publicly criticised Donald Trump's 'unacceptable' comments on Pope Leo XIV after he condemned the war. Meloni stated defending the pontiff was 'right and normal,' especially as more than half of Italians identify as Catholic. A March YouGov poll showed 80% of Italians view Trump unfavourably.

By BriefTea Editorial · 18 April 2026 at 6:26

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