After pope's remark, White House defends praying for US troops

The White House has defended praying for US troops engaged in the Iran war after Pope Leo XIV warned that God rejects the prayers of those who wage war. The conflict in the Middle East has been ongoing for over a month, with the pope calling for a ceasefire and dialogue between the warring parties.
The White House defended praying for US troops in the Iran war after Pope Leo XIV's comments. The pope said God rejects the prayers of those who wage war. The White House press secretary said there's nothing wrong with praying for servicemembers. The conflict in the Middle East has been ongoing for over a month. The pope has called for a ceasefire and dialogue. The US and Israel launched strikes on Iran on February 28, starting the war.
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