US-Iran tensions rise amid military strikes and diplomatic talks
Cooling off: 0 in the last 7 days
Updated nov 3
The latest in this situation
- IRGC fired on a US aircraft during US strikes on Qeshm Island, escalating the conflict.
- Trump may postpone further strikes until after the upcoming elections.
- IRGC fired at a US jet, while US and Iran review proposals to bridge divides.
- US military struck Qeshm Island after Iranian fire; Pentagon links war costs to Republican political liability.
- US strikes Qeshm Island amid war with Tehran; Trump expresses doubts about further strikes.
How it started
Pope Leo XIV draws crowds in Spain while concerned about the war in Iran, leading to criticism of his actions by Donald Trump.
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What happened
Pope Leo XIV draws crowds in Spain while concerned about the war in Iran, leading to criticism of his actions by Donald Trump.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Stalled negotiations involving Iran have led to threats of military strikes.Sub-event
Pope Leo XIV draws crowds in Spain amid concerns over the war in Iran.1 source
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The entities involved
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Leo XIV
267th Pope of the Catholic Church (2025–)
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Barcelona
city in Catalonia, Spain