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Vatican Facing Money Laundering Claims

Vatican FacesFacing Money Laundering Claims Over Bank Transfer Tool

Published AUG 11 2025

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Above: People attend the Angelus prayer at St. Peter's Square in The Vatican on August 10, 2025. Image credit: Andreas Solaro/AFP/Getty Images

The Spin

The evidence presented by credible former officials like Milone and Cardinal Pell suggests systematic financial misconduct that warrants serious investigation. The timing of these revelations, coming after APSA was exempted from international oversight, raises questions about ongoing transparency efforts.

Pillarcatholic

After decades of scandals — financial and otherwise — Pope Leo XIV is working to restore the Vatican's reputation as a pillar of virtue. He's just a few months into his term, so it's going to take time for him to address wrongdoings if there are any.

Regtechtimes

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