Cardinal Convicted in Vatican's 'Trial of the Century' for Embezzlement
Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu, once considered a possible next pope, has been found guilty of embezzlement in the Vatican's "trial of the century." Becciu, along with nine other officials, was charged with corruption, and he has been sentenced to five years and six months in prison. The trial exposed the murky world of Vatican finances and raised questions about the effectiveness and fairness of the Vatican's legal system. The case also highlighted Pope Francis' crusade for accountability, even at the cost of the rule of law. The verdict is seen as a sign of accountability and embarrassment for an institution that has long struggled with corruption.