Pope Leo says ‘thanks be to God’ for interim US-Iran peace deal
Leo said he hoped the deal will end the conflict for good
June 16, 2026 21:54
CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italy: Pope Leo on Tuesday praised the interim deal between the United States and Iran to end the regional war in the Middle East, saying “thanks be to God” that the two powers are set to formalize their accord on Friday.
Leo, who drew the ire of US President Donald Trump after criticizing the Iran war, said he hoped the deal will end the conflict for good.
