Pope Leo XIV has called for peace and dialogue following recent U.S. and Israeli air strikes on Iran, which have sparked deadly retaliatory attacks killing three U.S. soldiers and raising fears of wider conflict. The White House released photos showing former President Trump monitoring the strikes and indicated he is 'eventually' open to talks, though the strikes have deeply divided U.S. lawmakers ahead of the midterms.

Meanwhile, the situation remains tense with ongoing military operations prompting travel advisories and widespread unrest. Pro-Iran protests in Pakistan and Iraq over the death of Ayatollah Khamenei have resulted in at least 22 deaths, underscoring the regional volatility. As the crisis unfolds, international calls for restraint grow louder to prevent further escalation.

Developing: The potential for diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Iran is uncertain as military actions and political divisions continue.