India, April 22 -- For millions of Catholics, the clash is not merely political theatre; it is a test of allegiance between temporal power and spiritual authority, unfolding at a moment when both seek to shape the moral language of global conflict

The conflict between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV is unprecedented. While popes have commented on politics before, Trump's personal insults towards the Pope are unusual. Although reports suggest his tone has softened, his discomfort is still clear.

In 250 years of US history, no president has personally attacked a pope. Such public disagreements create only confusion.

Trump publicly condemned Pope Leo XIV after the Pope criticised the actions of the US and Israel regarding Iran. Th...