Vatican Prosecutors Face Crushing Setback in ‘Trial of the Century’ Fraud Appeal

In what was touted by Pope Francis as a landmark effort to root out financial corruption within the Holy See, Vatican prosecutors have suffered a humiliating defeat. The appeals tribunal has declared their appeal inadmissible, effectively shutting down efforts to resurrect charges of massive fraud tied to a botched €350 million property investment in London.The ruling is not just a courtroom setback; it reveals critical flaws in how justice is administered at the heart of the Catholic Church. Prosecutors failed to meet fundamental procedural standards—neglecting to present specific reasons for their appeal within required deadlines. Instead, they recycled previous arguments...