Lahur Sheikh Jangi Trial Postponed Until Next Week

Shanya Salar 07/05/2026
Lahur Sheikh Jangi, the leader of the People’s Front
Lahur Sheikh Jangi, the leader of the People’s Front

The head of Lahur Sheikh Jangi’s legal team announced today that a court hearing for Lahur Sheikh Jangi and several of his associates was held in Sulaymaniyah, with the trial postponed until May 14.

Defendants Appear Before the Court

Burhan Rashid Gula, head of Lahur Sheikh Jangi’s legal team, told Channel8 that Lahur Sheikh Jangi, Polad Sheikh Jangi, and several others appeared before the judge at the Sulaymaniyah court and remained in the courtroom for one hour and 30 minutes.

Reason for Postponement Remains Unclear

Gula also stated that the security report was read during the hearing and that statements from the plaintiffs were taken. After reviewing the documents, the court decided to postpone the session until May 14, although the reason for the delay remains unknown.

Case Transferred to Criminal Court

The case involving Lahur Sheikh Jangi and his brother, which was previously under the jurisdiction of the Security Court, has now been transferred to the Second Criminal Court of Sulaymaniyah.

Shanya Salar

07/05/2026