Since strikes on Iran began, Hegseth has used religious language and urged prayer in Jesus’ name; Pope Leo XIV criticized it, while legal experts warn of church-state erosion, a claim the Pentagon dismisses US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, an evangelical Christian, has used religious language throughout the war with Iran, drawing criticism in the West — including from the pope. About three weeks ago, Hegseth called on Americans to kneel daily and pray... [2311 chars]
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