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Pope Leo Warns War Threats at Chernobyl Anniversary, Trump Criticizes

4/26/2026

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Pope Leo used the Chernobyl anniversary to warn that wars and resource greed threaten future peace.
He delivered the warning during a Sunday Angelus address in Rome.
Ukraine marked the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, saying Russia's war could trigger a similar tragedy.
President Donald Trump criticized Pope Leo for his outspoken stance against war and despotism.

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Pope Leo used the Chernobyl anniversary to warn that wars and resource greed threaten future peace.
He delivered the warning during a Sunday Angelus address in Rome.
Ukraine marked the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, saying Russia's war could trigger a similar tragedy.
President Donald Trump criticized Pope Leo for his outspoken stance against war and despotism.