Pope Cancels Vatican Fundraising Commission
Pope Leo XIV has dissolved a controversial Holy See fundraising commission, established under Pope Francis. This move signals a push for greater financial transparency and accountability.
Pope Leo XIV has dissolved a controversial Holy See fundraising commission, established under Pope Francis. This move signals a push for greater financial transparency and accountability.
Pope Leo has dissolved a key fundraising commission set up by his predecessor, Francis, as the Vatican grapples with deep-seated financial challenges. Read the full analysis.
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