Repair Crews Start Emergency Work To Save War-Damaged Kyiv Cathedral

Repair Crews Start Emergency Work To Save War-Damaged Kyiv Cathedral

Ukrainian workers are conducting emergency repairs to the historic Dormition Cathedral, part of the UNESCO-protected Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra monastery that was damaged in an Russian strike on June 15. While priceless items were moved to safety, experts warn that soot from the fire and seeping moisture continue to threaten other historic artifacts. A full restoration could take up to a year.

One of Kyiv’s oldest churches has resumed services at Lavra following Russian attack. PHOTOS

In Kyiv, following the clearance of the immediate aftermath of the recent shelling, the Church of the Saviour in Berestove has resumed its activities.

Inside the Race to Save One of Ukraine’s Holiest Sites From a Russian Strike

Clergymen and rescuers frantically pulled relics from Kyiv’s Dormition Cathedral as flames tore through the roof and shrouded the site in thick, black smoke.

Greece to Help Restore Ukraine’s Historic Orthodox Cathedral After Attack

Greece has pledged support for restoration studies at Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra after the historic Orthodox Christian site was damaged during a Russian strike on Ukraine. Credit: Sergey Dolzhenko/EPA-AMNA. Greece will support restoration efforts at Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra after Ukraine said a Russian drone strike damaged one of Eastern Europe’s most important Orthodox Christian sites and a UNESCO World Heritage landmark. Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendon…