Today in News History

On June 30, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 296, Pope Marcellinus begins his papacy. In 350, Nepotianus, Roman ruler passed away. In 1066, St.Theobald Of Provins passed away. In 1422, Battle of Arbedo between the duke of Milan and the Swiss cantons. In 1521, Spanish forces defeat a combined French and Navarrese army at the Battle of Noáin during the Spanish conquest of Iberian Navarre. In 1559, King Henry II of France is mortally wounded in a jousting match against Gabriel, comte de Montgomery. In 1607, Caesar Baronius, Italian cardinal and historian (born 1538) passed away. In 1651, The Deluge: Khmelnytsky Uprising: The Battle of Berestechko ends with a Polish victory. In 1703, The Battle of Ekeren between a Dutch force and a French force. In 1968, Pope Paul VI issues the Credo of the People of God. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Sword and Throne: What Provoked Trump’s Clash With Pope Leo?

Valdai Discussion Club

June 30, 2026

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Sword and Throne: What Provoked Trump’s Clash With Pope Leo?

The contentious nature of the relationship between the president and the pontiff stems from Washington’s expectation that the “American pope” would adopt positions favourable to Republicans. However, having encountered firm resistance from Vatican diplomacy, the US State Department has been forced to backtrack, writes Ekaterina Shebalina.

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