The case raised questions about financial mismanagement at the highest levels of the church, and about Pope Francis’ power.
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Pope Approved Secret Deal to Free Abducted Nun, Cardinal Says
A formerly top-ranking cardinal testified Thursday that the pope said he could spend up to one million euros to secure the release of a nun kidnapped by Islamic militants.
In a First, Catholic Cardinal Testifies in Vatican Criminal Trial
Accused of embezzlement and abuse of office, Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu told the court that he was sure the truth would clear his name.
Catholic Church in Sicily Bans Godparents For Now
Part of the Catholic church in Sicily has imposed a three-year prohibition on naming godparents, arguing that the tradition has become merely a way to fortify family ties — and mob ties, too.
Vatican Indicts Cardinal and 9 Others on Money Laundering and Fraud Charges
The charges stem from an investigation into a London real estate deal that lost millions.
Pope Francis Strips Powerful Vatican Office of Its Financial Assets
A financial scandal involving the secretariat of state has given fresh impetus to Francis’ reform agenda.
Cardinal Pell Is Expected at Vatican, 3 Years After Leaving Under a Shadow
The prelate’s return would come five months after Australia’s highest court overturned his conviction for molesting two children. For now, his plans have not been made public.
Cardinal Dismissed Over Corruption Says He’s Innocent
A day after Pope Francis dismissed Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu without explanation, the once-powerful prelate disclosed the reason, and denied reports accusing him of corruption.
Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu, a Fixture of Vatican Intrigue, Resigns
In a cryptic statement, the Vatican did not explain the reason for Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu’s departure. News reports had connected him to a financial scandal.