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An investigation has been launched into potential illegal payments, graft, and impropriety involving Pope Leo XIV in Rome.

1 report, 1 independent Updated May 27

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Rome Leo XIV Socialist Party

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Jun 7Political figures Pedro Sanchez and José Luis Ábalos met with Pope Leo XIV, amid separate corruption investigations.Sub-event
May 27Investigation into potential illegal payments scheme involving Pope Leo XIV in Rome.1 source
- dw.com

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capital and largest city of Italy
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May 27dw.com