Lavra lawyer calls for support ahead of new court hearing
Lawyer Nikita Chekman has called for prayers and support ahead of an October 15 court hearing in Kyiv concerning the Upper Lavra.
A new court hearing in the case concerning the Upper Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra is scheduled for October 15, 2026, in Kyiv. UOC lawyer Nikita Chekman has asked the faithful for prayers and support in defending the holy site, according to a statement he released.
The case will be considered by the Northern Commercial Court of Appeal. The hearing will begin at 12:00 at 1A Sholudenko Street.
According to Chekman, following incidents of unlawful pressure on lawyers, the defenders filed complaints with law enforcement authorities, requesting that public safety and order be maintained during the hearing.
The lawyer urged believers to pray for the protection of the Lavra and to support efforts to preserve the holy site.
Earlier, the UJO reported that the court hearing in the Kyiv Metropolia case was postponed indefinitely pending consideration of an appeal by the Supreme Court.
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