Vatican Faces Historic Trial in London Over Controversial Property Deal

British financier challenges Vatican's accusations in unprecedented foreign court case, seeking to clear his name.

Raffaele Mincione, convicted by a Vatican tribunal, disputes claims of embezzlement and fraud in a London property investment.
The trial marks the first time the Holy See stands trial in a foreign court, with high-ranking Vatican officials set to testify.
Mincione argues the Vatican's legal actions damaged his reputation and insists he acted in good faith during the transactions.
The case involves complex allegations of inflated property values and unlawful conspiracies between financiers and Vatican officials.
A previous British court ruling criticized Vatican prosecutors for misrepresentations and insufficient evidence in related matters.