Vatican ‘trial of the century’ shaken: Prosecutor asked to recuse over Whatsapp scandal
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Sep 23, 2025, 17:06 IST | Updated: Sep 23, 2025, 17:06 IST
In a stunning twist to the Vatican’s high-profile financial misconduct trial, defense lawyers have called for the recusal of Prosecutor Alessandro Diddi, citing private WhatsApp messages that reveal questionable conduct and possible bias. The messages suggest behind-the-scenes efforts to influence testimony and evidence, raising serious doubts about the fairness of the trial that convicted Cardinal Angelo Becciu.
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