Vatican’s ‘Trial of the Century’ Exposes Deep Flaws in Justice and Governance

The so-called "trial of the century" underway at the Vatican has morphed into a crisis exposing not only alleged financial malfeasance but a troubling pattern of questionable conduct that undermines the very principle of impartial justice. Defense lawyers have requested that Prosecutor Alessandro Diddi recuse himself after private WhatsApp messages surfaced, suggesting his personal involvement with key witnesses and insiders jeopardizes the fairness of the proceedings. This case revolves around a staggering €350 million investment in London real estate that led to 2023 convictions, including that of Cardinal Angelo Becciu—a figure once close to Pope Francis and once considered papal...