African Catholic communities and church leaders have reacted with concern following a public exchange between US President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV, with some warning that the spat could strain perceptions of Trump across the continent. “I was utterly shocked to read President Trump’s remarks about the pope. Nowhere in modern history have we
FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, that Iran will participate in the upcoming World Cup hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, saying the team’s place in the tournament is not in doubt despite escalating geopolitical tensions. “The Iranian team is coming for sure, yes,” Infantino said during CNBC’s Invest
The United States has signaled it could maintain a maritime blockade on Iranian ports for an extended period, escalating tensions in the Middle East as diplomatic efforts stall. Speaking to Fox News, White House adviser Stephen Miller said the United States has the capacity to sustain the embargo on Iran “indefinitely,” emphasizing Washington’s readiness to