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POPE LEO XIV EASES TENSIONS WITH TRUMP, WHO FOLLOWS UP WITH BIBLE MARATHON READING — WORLD WATCHES, DIVIDED
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Beijing observes Vatican de-escalation with quiet interest
Dominant angle identified — does not reflect unanimity of this country’s media
The South China Morning Post reports that the Pope seeks to 'defuse tensions with Trump, says not trying to debate him.' Chinese coverage is minimal and factual — China has no direct interest in the dispute but observes how the Vatican manages its relations with Washington, in a context where Beijing itself faces tensions with both.
Minimal engagement suggests diplomatic disinterest
Treats dispute as US-Vatican affair rather than global concern
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