Overview

• Archbishop Edgar Peña Parra is one of the highest-ranking Vatican officials to testify in a foreign court.
• The trial centers on a failed $375 million investment in a London property by the Vatican.
• Peña Parra admitted to authorizing a false invoice but claimed he was deceived by his deputy.
• The case involves allegations of extortion and financial misconduct against multiple financiers.
• The trial is expected to conclude later this month with a judgment anticipated later in the year.