Middle East war live: Donald Trump attacks Pope Leo over Iran
- Posted on April 13, 2026
- By Financial Times
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In brief
President Trump escalates tensions in the Middle East by criticizing Pope Leo and implementing aggressive naval policies targeting Iranian revenue streams. The administration orders U.S. Navy operations to intercept vessels involved in Iranian oil transactions through critical maritime passages. These military directives have triggered significant oil market volatility, with crude prices climbing as traders assess geopolitical risks and potential supply chain disruptions in the strategic region.
Middle East war live: Donald Trump attacks Pope Leo over Iran
Oil prices rise as president tells US navy to ‘interdict’ ships that pay Iran to pass through strategic chokepoint
