Vatican defends secrecy in sensitive abuse case involving ex-Jesuit artist Marko Rupnik

The Vatican confirmed a trial against ex-Jesuit priest Marko Rupnik for alleged spiritual and sexual abuse of women is ongoing, defending the secrecy of the proceedings. An Italian blog falsely reported Rupnik's acquittal, which the Vatican denied, stating judges are still reviewing evidence. The Jesuits expelled Rupnik in 2023 after allegations of abuse dating back to the 1990s, and Pope Francis waived the statute of limitations to enable a canonical trial.