What happened to the Pope's power after the Crusades?

After the Crusades, the Pope's power began to decline due to several factors. The failed military campaigns and the increasing autonomy of local rulers diminished the papacy's influence over political matters. Additionally, the rise of nation-states and the growing power of monarchs led to a shift in authority away from the Church. This loss of power was further exacerbated by internal conflicts within the Church and the emergence of reform movements that challenged papal authority.