Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has backed Pope Leo XIV after his clash with US President Donald Trump, condemning remarks against the Pontiff as “unacceptable.” While Tehran voiced strong support, the Pope distanced himself from the political row, reaffirming his focus on peace, dialogue, and avoiding direct confrontation with the US administration.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has publicly backed Pope Leo XIV, condemning remarks made by US President Donald Trump and framing them as an insult to both faith and global values.

In a strongly worded message, Pezeshkian criticised what he described as a “desecration” of religious sentiment, expressing solidarity with the Pope and emphasising respect for spiritual figures.

Pope Distances Himself From Political Clash

Despite the escalating rhetoric, Pope Leo XIV has made it clear he does not intend to engage in a political confrontation with Trump.