- The unjust criminal prosecution creates many difficulties for believers, which for most remain "behind the scenes." Often, difficulties begin even before sentencing and continue after the sentence has been served. This article explains what is meant by the restrictions most often applied to believers. Read more
- No. According to the Russian Government’s explanation, the Supreme Court banned the activities of legal entities that no longer exist, but not religion as such. Read more
- The word “sect” has a narrow scientific and everyday meaning. None of them apply to Jehovah’s Witnesses. Why? Read more
- Four facts that allow us to see the situation in a different light. Read more
- Three reasons that formed the basis for all accusations of extremism. Read more
- Evidence has accumulated that law enforcement officers and persons collaborating with them systematically plant printed publications at worship services. Why? Read more
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In the Penal Colony, The Health of Andrey Vlasov From Prokopyevsk, Who is Disabled, is Deteriorating
Andrey Vlasov, 54, who is disabled, was sentenced to 7 years in a penal colony for his Christian beliefs. Due to a serious illness, he cannot manage without external help. The four-minute video tells what the believer has to face while waiting for the decision of the court of cassation.
In May 2022, the Central District Court of Prokopyevsk found Andrey Vlasov guilty of organizing the activity of an extremist organisation and sentenced him to 7 years in a penal colony.