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Cardinal convicted of embezzlement won't participate in conclave for Pope Francis's successor

CBC.ca Tuesday, 29 April 2025 ()
Angelo Becciu, the Italian cardinal who was convicted of embezzlement and fraud said on Tuesday he will not take part in the secret conclave to elect the new pope that will be held in the Sistine Chapel next week following the death of Pope Francis.
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Controversial Cardinal Becciu won't join conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor The cardinal, who was convicted of embezzlement in 2023 by a Vatican court of first instance, decided not to attend the proceedings after days of controversy. READ MORE :...

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