Life in prison

Found: 119

Barmakin Dmitriy
Penal Colony No. 10 in Samara Region
Sentence: 8 years
(until November 2029)
Letters
Dmitriy is studying to be a welder. Recently, he had a long date with his wife. The believer has his own Bible, letters still do not reach him.
Other
Dmitriy is in a detachment of about 100 people. The conditions of detention are satisfactory, the believer has everything he needs in terms of everyday life. Dmitriy's state of health is normal, although he has not fully recovered from the illness suffered during the transfer. He tries to support himself and exercises every day. Barmakin does not yet have his own Bible, as it was withdrawn for inspection when he arrived at the colony.
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Khachaturyan Garegin
Sentence: 6 years and 6 months
(until January 2028)
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Gevorg Yeritsyan arrived at a penal colony in Volgograd, and Garegin Khachaturian arrived in Astrakhan. According to Garegin, the food in the colony is better than in the pre-trial detention center. He is a carpenter by profession and in his new place he will work in a carpentry shop.
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Yeritsyan Gevorg
Sentence: 6 years and 2 months
(until September 2027)
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Gevorg Yeritsyan arrived at a penal colony in Volgograd, and Garegin Khachaturian arrived in Astrakhan. According to Garegin, the food in the colony is better than in the pre-trial detention center. He is a carpenter by profession and in his new place he will work in a carpentry shop.
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Dyadkin Aleksey
Penal Colony No. 2 in Lipetsk Region
Sentence: 7 years
(until June 2026)
Other
Alexei Dyadkin was transferred to a new unit. About 20 other people are kept there with him, with whom the believer works in the same brigade. On the eve of the translation, the believer had a long meeting with his wife, which coincided with their wedding anniversary. On the last day of the visit, the couple received an unexpected gift - the prisoners handed them a large bouquet of flowers with words of congratulations.
Letters
Aleksey Dyadkin is being held in a residential area along with 11 other prisoners. No one smokes in the barracks. The believer goes in for sports, tries to maintain his health. He actively participates in the life of the colony - he took two first places in competitions in kettlebell lifting and Russian bench press, received two certificates of honor. Dyadkin is engaged in the interior decoration of buildings and receives a salary, so he can eat in a paid dining room.
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Khabarov Aleksey
Penal Colony No. 5 in Novgorod Region
Sentence: 2 years and 4 months
(until January 2026)
Punishment cell
It becomes known that Aleksey Khabarov spent 3 days in the punishment cell for being "late for formation". The believer actively participates in the social life of the colony, organizing sports competitions. In his circumstances, he does not lose his sense of humor, he writes poetry at his leisure. He receives parcels and letters of support.
Other
Aleksey is kept in a barrack for 77 people. Living conditions are satisfactory. Prisoners can use the refrigerator, TV, shower, and play chess. They also have an outdoor area and a sports field. Aleksey's relations with other prisoners are normal, and with the administration they are neutral. The believer is still in a good mood. He has the opportunity to read the Bible from the colony's library. Aleksey can be visited by friends.
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Melnik Sergey
Penal Colony No. 5 in Kirov Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until February 2026)
Letters
Letters to Sergey Melnik are received only by registered mail or through the zonatelecom system.
Letters
Serhiy Melnyk still works as a cook and also serves as a food dispenser in the dining room. Although he acquired this profession in the colony, he now feels confident in it. Sergey is very tired physically, as he has to spend many hours on his feet. About 30 people are kept in the barracks together with Melnik. The believer receives letters, but mostly by e-mail; Paper ones arrive with a delay or do not arrive at all.
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Melnik Vladimir
Penal Colony No. 5 in Kirov Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until April 2025)
Letters
Volodymyr Melnyk continues to receive letters through the zonatelecom system. He is also given registered letters.
Letters
In the colony where Uladzimir Melnik is now held, the conditions of detention are good. The attitude of other prisoners towards him is respectful. Due to the stress suffered during the transfer, Vladimir regularly has back pain. In order not to provoke new exacerbations, the man uses a warming ointment and does therapeutic exercises. Letters of support serve as great encouragement for Vladimir. So far, he receives them only in electronic form.
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Stupnikov Andrey
Detention Centre No. 1 in Kirov Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until February 2026)
Letters
Andrey Stupnikov receives letters sent through the zonatelecom system or by registered mail.
Letters
Andrey Stupnikov developed allergies in the colony, due to which he constantly has a stuffy nose and general swelling. In January, the believer was hospitalized due to deteriorating condition. After the course of treatment, Andrey felt better. However, he was never diagnosed or given test results on the basis of which further treatment could be planned. The believer receives letters, but mostly by e-mail; Paper ones arrive with a delay or do not arrive at all.
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Shatalov Sergey
Detention Center No. 1 in Moscow
Sentence: 6 years and 3 months
(until October 2027)
Transfer of a prisoner
Sergey Shatalov was transferred to the hospital of the Matrosskaya Tishina pre-trial detention center No. 1 for a routine examination. He can receive letters.
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Gerasimov Artem
Penal Colony No. 10 in Rostov Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until June 2026)
Other
Artem Gerasimov feels fine. The conditions of detention are satisfactory: there is hot water, laundry, a place for walking. In his free time, he can play sports and read books. The administration of the colony treats the believer with respect. Relations with cellmates are peaceful.
Letters
Artyom Gerasimov recently suffered a cold. He still works in the sewing workshop. The believer's relations with his cellmates and administration are neutral. Artem has a Bible. Once every two weeks, he is given 20-30 letters and parcels.
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Vlasov Andrey
Penal Colony No. 3 in Novosibirsk Region
Sentence: 7 years
(until May 2028)
Believers with a disability
The room in which Andrei Vlasov is kept is designed for 24 people, but in fact there are 6 prisoners there. Cellmates treat the believer well and try to support him. Vlasov's disease is progressing. Since it is already difficult for him to move with two canes, he is forced to use a cane and a crutch. In the colony, acceptable conditions have been created for the man: a bed with an orthopedic mattress, clean bed linen and a warm blanket.
Believers with a disability
Every day in the colony is not easy for a believer: he experiences headaches, stiffness and pain in the joints, especially when it gets cold in the barracks. This makes it difficult for Vlasov to go to the canteen, and he is grateful for the help of other prisoners who help him buy groceries at a local store. The administration allows Vlasov to visit doctors - for a month and a half he visited a traumatologist, a neurologist, a rheumatologist and a radiologist.
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Berchuk Aleksey
IK No 3 in Mari El Republic
Sentence: 8 years
(until May 2029)
Other
Aleksey Berchuk tries not to lose heart. Although the gym has been closed in the colony, the believer still maintains his condition with physical exercises. Sometimes Aleksey participates in sports events. In September, he had an extended visit with his wife.
Incentive
Aleksey Berchuk works as a shoe repairman in the colony and regularly receives rewards. He does not complain about his health. He has the opportunity to call up his family, once every 2 months they give long-term visits with his wife. He also receives a lot of support letters. The believer has a Bible. In general, the attitude of the management and staff of the colony towards the prisoner is good.
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Chaykovskiy Ivan
Penal Colony No. 1 in Yaroslavl Region
Sentence: 6 years and 3 months
(until October 2027)
Other
Ivan Tchaikovsky works as a car mechanic and is studying to be a boiler room operator. During the entire time spent in the colony, Ivan received more than 200 letters of support from Russia, Sweden, Estonia, Israel, Germany and Poland. He tries to read all letters and respond to them in a timely manner. A believer has a Bible.
Transfer of a prisoner
Vitaliy Komarov is temporarily held in the Oryol pre-trial detention center. Ivan Tchaikovsky was taken to a penal colony in Yaroslavl to serve his sentence for his faith. Yuriy Chernyshev is in the process of being transferred to a penal colony.
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Avanesov Arsen
Released October 9, 2024
Sentence: 6 years and 6 months
Other
Arsen keeps his spirits up and positive. He receives letters from friends and relatives, and they give him five a month. A believer can read a Bible borrowed from the library. The conditions of detention are satisfactory, Arsen's relations with the administration of the colony and other prisoners are conflict-free.
Other
Arsen Avanesov lives in a barracks with 90 beds, where 65 prisoners are kept. He can move around relatively freely and is allowed to make phone calls. Vilen Avanesov does not lose his sense of humor. His prison term expires in two months. The administration of the colony filed a lawsuit with the court for the appointment of administrative supervision to Vilen, but the court rejected this claim.
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Shmidt Igor
Penal Colony No. 10 in Rostov Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until September 2026)
Letters
90 people live in the barracks where Igor Schmidt is kept. The believer has the opportunity to take walks in the fresh air. Lately, he has not received e-mails, and paper ones arrive with a delay and in small quantities. Igor tries not to lose his positive attitude.
Other
Igor is transferred to a new sewing workshop. There are good sanitary conditions and better food. The attitude of the employees at work to him is respectful.
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Skvortsov Aleksandr
Penal Colony No. 3 in Ulyanovsk Region
Sentence: 7 years
(until January 2028)
Medical treatment within the Federal Penitentiary Service
Vladimir Moiseyenko and Aleksandr Skvortsov are in good spirits. Vladimir tries to maintain his health by working out in the gym three times a week. The conditions of detention in the colony are satisfactory, and the believers' relations with the administration and other prisoners are conflict-free. Believers need the help of a dentist. Vladimir had previously ordered new glasses with matching lenses, but he has not yet received them. Moiseyenko and Skvortsov can call family and friends, they are grateful for their support.
Medical treatment within the Federal Penitentiary Service
Aleksandr Skvortsov's chronic diseases have worsened, and there is no way to receive the necessary medical care in the colony.
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Goreliy Aleksey
Penal Colony No. 3 in Ulyanovsk Region
Sentence: 6 years and 6 months
(until November 2025)
Letters
Moiseev, Gorely, Shidlovsky, Razumov and Popov continue to work in the sewing workshop. Vladimir now works as an adjuster of sewing equipment. Aleksey also helps in the library. Living conditions in the colony where believers are held are satisfactory. They have good relations with the administration and other prisoners. Oleg Shidlovskiy continues to experience health problems - he has already lost sight in one eye. Vladimir Popov needs the help of a dentist.
Medical treatment within the Federal Penitentiary Service
Believers receive the necessary medicines. This allows them to maintain their health. Previously, they managed to undergo dental treatment. Oleg Shidlovsky's eyesight continues to deteriorate, he hopes to get advice from an ophthalmologist. All believers have the opportunity to read the Bible. They receive letters of support and can call their relatives.
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Moiseyev Nikita
Penal Colony No. 3 in Ulyanovsk Region
Sentence: 7 years
(until May 2026)
Letters
Moiseev, Gorely, Shidlovsky, Razumov and Popov continue to work in the sewing workshop. Vladimir now works as an adjuster of sewing equipment. Aleksey also helps in the library. Living conditions in the colony where believers are held are satisfactory. They have good relations with the administration and other prisoners. Oleg Shidlovskiy continues to experience health problems - he has already lost sight in one eye. Vladimir Popov needs the help of a dentist.
Other
Nikita Moiseyev, Aleksey Gorely, Vladimir Popov, Yevgeny Razumov and Oleg Shidlovsky continue to work in the sewing workshop of the colony, where everyone has their own duties. Vladimir works as a packer, Alexei sews on a sewing machine, and Nikita and Evgeniy cut the fabric. Oleg Shidlovsky complains of pressure surges, and the medicines he receives from the medical unit are not always effective. Because of this, his eyesight decreases - one eye practically does not see.
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Popov Vladimir
Penal Colony No. 3 in Ulyanovsk Region
Sentence: 7 years
(until May 2026)
Letters
Moiseev, Gorely, Shidlovsky, Razumov and Popov continue to work in the sewing workshop. Vladimir now works as an adjuster of sewing equipment. Aleksey also helps in the library. Living conditions in the colony where believers are held are satisfactory. They have good relations with the administration and other prisoners. Oleg Shidlovskiy continues to experience health problems - he has already lost sight in one eye. Vladimir Popov needs the help of a dentist.
Medical treatment within the Federal Penitentiary Service
Believers receive the necessary medicines. This allows them to maintain their health. Previously, they managed to undergo dental treatment. Oleg Shidlovsky's eyesight continues to deteriorate, he hopes to get advice from an ophthalmologist. All believers have the opportunity to read the Bible. They receive letters of support and can call their relatives.
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Razumov Yevgeniy
Penal Colony No. 3 in Ulyanovsk Region
Sentence: 7 years
(until May 2026)
Letters
Moiseev, Gorely, Shidlovsky, Razumov and Popov continue to work in the sewing workshop. Vladimir now works as an adjuster of sewing equipment. Aleksey also helps in the library. Living conditions in the colony where believers are held are satisfactory. They have good relations with the administration and other prisoners. Oleg Shidlovskiy continues to experience health problems - he has already lost sight in one eye. Vladimir Popov needs the help of a dentist.
Medical treatment within the Federal Penitentiary Service
Believers receive the necessary medicines. This allows them to maintain their health. Previously, they managed to undergo dental treatment. Oleg Shidlovsky's eyesight continues to deteriorate, he hopes to get advice from an ophthalmologist. All believers have the opportunity to read the Bible. They receive letters of support and can call their relatives.
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Shidlovskiy Oleg
Penal Colony No. 3 in Ulyanovsk Region
Sentence: 6 years and 6 months
(until November 2025)
Letters
Moiseev, Gorely, Shidlovsky, Razumov and Popov continue to work in the sewing workshop. Vladimir now works as an adjuster of sewing equipment. Aleksey also helps in the library. Living conditions in the colony where believers are held are satisfactory. They have good relations with the administration and other prisoners. Oleg Shidlovskiy continues to experience health problems - he has already lost sight in one eye. Vladimir Popov needs the help of a dentist.
Medical treatment within the Federal Penitentiary Service
Believers receive the necessary medicines. This allows them to maintain their health. Previously, they managed to undergo dental treatment. Oleg Shidlovsky's eyesight continues to deteriorate, he hopes to get advice from an ophthalmologist. All believers have the opportunity to read the Bible. They receive letters of support and can call their relatives.
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Yakovlev Yuriy
Penal Colony No. 31 in Krasnoyarsk Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 2 months
(until May 2027)
Letters
Yuriy Yakovlev's conditions of detention are satisfactory, there is hot water. The squad is divided into sections. There are 12 people in the section where Yuriy is. Other inmates treat him with respect, including because of his age. A believer works in a packing shop. During his imprisonment, Yuriy developed problems with his teeth, so he visits a local dentist. Yakovlev's emotional state is good. He has a Bible that he reads every morning.
Other
Yuriy Yakovlev is being held in a room for 8 people. So far, he has received only a few letters and is unable to call his loved ones. Yuriy's relations with the colony staff and other prisoners are good. He is involved in landscaping work for 2 hours a day. The believer is in a good emotional state. In the library of the colony, he received the New Testament, which he reads daily.
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Stashevskiy Viktor
Prison No. 2 in Vladimir Region
Sentence: 6 years and 6 months
(until July 2027)
Transfer of a prisoner
Viktor Stashevskiy was transferred from the Khodyzhensk colony to Prison No. 2 in Vladimir, which was called "Vladimir Central".
Strict conditions of detention
Viktor Stashevskiy is still in strict conditions of detention in Penal Colony No. 9 in the city of Khadyzhensk. Together with him, there are 21 more people in the room. The believer is allowed to walk for an hour and a half a day. Victor has the opportunity to read the Bible. He is supported by letters from caring people, but the administration of the colony has set a limit on sending correspondence - 7 letters per week.
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Korotun Yevgeniy
Penal Colony No. 13 in Sverdlovsk Region
Sentence: 7 years
(until October 2026)
Other
The conditions of detention of Yevgeniy Korotun are normal. Relations between the colony staff and prisoners are even. His job has changed — now he is responsible for collecting paper, cardboard and plastic in the colony. Yevgeniy had several long visits with his wife and son. Not so long ago, his sister visited him. A believer has a Bible.
Incentive
Yevgeny Korotun has proven himself well in the colony and has already received 2 awards. He works as an area cleaner and handyman 6 days a week. Having expressed a desire to file a petition for parole (parole), Korotun immediately received an unjustified penalty (a number of penalties prevent the prisoner from receiving parole). The believer asked the court to replace the rest of the sentence with forced labor, but he was refused.
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Maladyka Vladimir
correctional colony No. 3 in the Tambov region
Sentence: 6 years
(until October 2026)
Letters
Vladimir Maladyka is kept in a barrack with a population of about 50 people. The believer has earned the respect of the colony administration and successfully finds a common language with other prisoners. He has a Bible, he receives letters of support. Vladimir is glad to have the opportunity to see his wife Natalia during long-term dates.
Letters
Volodymyr Maladyka tries to maintain a positive attitude. Letters of support help him distract himself from sad thoughts and feel peace and warmth. The water in the colony is of poor quality and has a persistent swamp smell. According to the believer, it is impossible not only to drink it, but even to brush your teeth and wash your hands. Vladimir is especially grateful for the parcels from his wife and friends, as the quality of food in the colony leaves much to be desired.
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Chagan Aleksandr
Penal Colony No. 12 in the Republic of Mordovia
Sentence: 8 years
(until January 2032)
Letters
Aleksandr Chagan is in a good emotional state, he tries to do exercises to support himself physically. He recently had a cold. Living conditions in the colony are satisfactory. Relations with the administration and other prisoners are neutral. Aleksandr has the opportunity to borrow a copy of the Holy Scriptures from the colony's library. He receives letters regularly, for which he is very grateful.
Detention center
It becomes known that Aleksandr Chagan has left the pre-trial detention center and is in the process of moving to a place of serving his sentence.
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Kuzyanin Denis
Penal Colony No. 12 in the Republic of Mordovia
Sentence: 7 years
(until November 2028)
Letters
Denis Kuzyanin is kept in a two-story barracks, in which there are about 80 other people. The conditions of detention are satisfactory. The believer's relations with the administration and prisoners are normal. Denis does not lose heart. He has the opportunity to read a library copy of the Bible. Letters also serve as a source of support.
Transfer of a prisoner
All four believers are in Mordovian penal colony No. 12, where they will serve their sentences for their faith.
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Zhukov Yevgeniy
Penal Colony No. 1 in Yaroslavl Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until August 2026)
Other
The Federal Penitentiary Service of Russia for the Yaroslavl Region informs the wife of Yevgeniy Zhukov that a court hearing on the replacement of the remaining part of his sentence with forced labor is scheduled for October 7, 2024.
Letters
Yevgeniy Zhukov receives letters of support from different countries. Correspondence is received in both paper and electronic form. Yevgeniy is homesick for his family, but he is supported by the words of encouragement from these letters, as well as by reading the Bible. Recently, the believer suffered from a cold, but now his health has recovered.
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Bushev Yevgeniy
Penal Colony No. 11 in Chelyabinsk Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until August 2029)
Other
Yevgeniy Bushev is being held in the barracks along with 44 other prisoners. The conditions of detention are satisfactory, the believer has his own bed. Relations with inmates are friendly. There are no complaints from the administration. Yevgeniy is mastering a new specialty and intends to work. The believer tries to keep himself in shape by lifting a barbell. He gets letters, he has a Bible.
Transfer of a prisoner
Yevgeniy Bushev was taken to correctional colony No. 11 in the Chelyabinsk region to serve his sentence for his faith.
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Skachidub Vladimir
Penal Colony No. 6 in Ryazan Region
Sentence: 4 years and 2 months
(until September 2025)
Believers with a disability
Vladimir Skachidub is experiencing additional health difficulties: he has been feeling congestion and pain in his ears for a long time, which is why his hearing has deteriorated. The believer sought help from the medical unit of the colony, but could not receive it, since there is no otolaryngologist there. In addition, Vladimir suffers from hypertension and takes medications on a regular basis. Skachidub applied for parole, but was denied, despite the incentives he had for conscientious work.
Letters
The believer is held in the barracks along with 30 other prisoners. He works in a sewing workshop and feels the joy of being able to sew neatly. Vladimir suffers from a serious neurological disease, the neurologist prescribed him the necessary medications. He has no problems receiving medical care in the colony. Vladimir's relations with the administration and cellmates are neutral, without conflicts. He regularly receives broadcasts, and he also has a schedule of visits with his wife, the last one was in December 2023.
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Shchekoldina Lyudmila
Penal Colony No. 28 in Volgograd Region
Sentence: 4 years and 1 month
(until April 2026)
Medical treatment within the Federal Penitentiary Service
Lyudmila is kept in a two-storey barracks, which accommodates 120 people. There are everything you need, including a fridge and a washing machine. The administration of the colony and cellmates treat Lyudmila well. The believer is undergoing rehabilitation after the operation - she is given anti-inflammatory injections. Lyudmila is worried that she has not been able to receive the Bible for a long time. Visits with loved ones, as well as letters of support, which she answers in her spare time, help her maintain a positive attitude.
Medical treatment within the Federal Penitentiary Service
Lyudmila restores her health after undergoing surgery. Until January 9, she was on sick leave due to high fever. Now she is better, but due to the disease of the joints and spine, it is difficult for Lyudmila to work in the sewing workshop full-time, six days a week. The believer is in a detachment of 60 people and is tired of the noise. She is trying to get easier conditions of detention, with fewer people, but so far to no avail.
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Bitusov Yevgeniy
Penal Colony No. 14 in Khabarovsk Territory
Sentence: 6 years
(until November 2028)
Other
The conditions of Yevgeniy Bitusov's detention in the colony are satisfactory. The believer works in a sewing workshop. Eugene is strengthened by the letters that come regularly. He also has the opportunity to call his wife. In August, Yevgeniy Bitusov had a long meeting with his wife. Evgenia also visited his daughter.
Medical treatment within the Federal Penitentiary Service
Yevgeniy Bitusov is taken from the colony to a hospital in Amursk, where he undergoes an MRI of his skull. It turns out that the believer's lower jaw is broken in two places. He received the necessary medical assistance and was returned to penal colony No. 14 on the same day.
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Yermilov Sergey
Penal Colony No. 13 in Sverdlovsk Region
Sentence: 6 years and 3 months
(until January 2029)
Other
Sergey Yermilov is in a detachment of about 60 people. The colony itself is clean, with cold and hot water. The believer has good relations with other prisoners and staff of the colony, there are no disagreements with anyone. Sergey is encouraged by long visits with his wife, as well as letters from friends. He has a Bible. From the production of furniture, Sergey was transferred to the assembly site - now he is engaged in the completion of furniture fittings.
Other
Sergey Ermilov still works in the furniture shop, often seven days a week. Thanks to his hard work, Sergey was included in the list of leaders. His state of health is satisfactory. The conclusion is not easy for him, but he is supported by reading the Bible and letters from relatives and fellow believers. Yermilov's relations with the colony staff and other prisoners are respectful.
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Nikulina Elena
Penal Colony No. 2 in the Republic of Mordovia
Sentence: 4 years and 2 months
(until August 2026)
Penalty
Yelena continues to work in the sewing workshop, but often gets tired. Her relatives manage to give her the necessary medicines. Living conditions are satisfactory, but Yelena is depressed by the ubiquitous-sounding obscene language. She finds solace in reading a Bible borrowed from the library and in observing the birds and flowers, two sunflowers that grow on the grounds of the colony. She is very supportive of her letters. In June, Yelena received two penalties.
Medical treatment within the Federal Penitentiary Service
Elena continues to work in the sewing workshop, since February a 6-day working week has been introduced in the colony. Due to hard work, the believer's left arm goes numb. The neurologist prescribed her treatment, due to which the pain is slightly dulled, but in general there is no special improvement. Due to the fact that Elena is a professional seamstress, she is not transferred to another job. The barracks and shop are noisy.
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Ananin Sergey
Penal Colony No. 3 in Novosibirsk Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until January 2028)
Other
Sergey Ananin had a routine examination by a cardiologist, who confirmed the earlier diagnosis - a massive heart attack and hypertension of the 3rd degree. But, as Sergey assures, the state of his health is under control. Sergey is recommended bed rest, so he has the opportunity to rest during the daytime. Thanks to this, Sergey's blood pressure stabilized. The attitude of the medical staff is good: they visit every day, ask about the condition.
Letters
The believer is being held under strict conditions of serving his sentence (SWON) along with 13 other prisoners. Relations with cellmates are respectful, Sergey is the oldest among them. In October 2023, Ananin had a long date with his wife. He has a Bible and receives regular letters of support. He is grateful to his family and friends for their support. Sergey is experiencing health problems, in February they plan to take him for examination to a cardiologist.
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Gorbunov Anatoliy
Penal Colony No. 31 in Krasnoyarsk Territoryы
Sentence: 6 years
(until November 2027)
Elderly
Anatoliy is kept in a small room, where 26 other people are accommodated with him. The conditions of detention are satisfactory, but due to the lack of hot water, they have to wash cold, so prisoners often get sick. The elderly believer is respected by his cellmates for his worldly wisdom. Anatoly receives many letters of support, sometimes up to 60 per day. He has the opportunity to read literature, and follow the news.
Other
Anatoly Gorbunov maintains a positive attitude, wants to work, but due to his age he cannot engage in heavy physical labor. Has difficulty due to deteriorating hearing. He receives a lot of letters, he doesn't even have time to answer everything.
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Vasiliyev Nikolay
Penal Colony No. 12 in the Republic of Mordovia
Sentence: 7 years
(until November 2028)
Restriction of the right to medical care
Nikolai's living conditions are tolerable, but it can be difficult for him to call his relatives, as in the evenings there is a large queue at the phone. Vasiliev tries to maintain a positive attitude and supports emotional health with the right daily regimen. The believer is waiting to receive the necessary medicines. In his spare time, he teaches English to several prisoners. He has a Bible. Letters arrive regularly.
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Nikolay Vasilyev and Sergey Polosenko were taken to correctional colony No. 12 in Mordovia to serve their sentences for their faith.
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Chernyshev Yuriy
Penal Colony No. 3 in Smolensk region
Sentence: 6 years and 3 months
(until October 2027)
Other
Yuriy Chernyshev is in a good emotional state. The attitude towards him on the part of the prisoners and the administration of the colony is respectful. There are 70 people in the room where Yuriy lives. Every morning the believer tries to do exercises. Yuriy Chernyshev has not received letters yet, but he has the opportunity to read the Bible. In the second half of October, the believer should have a long meeting with his wife.
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Yuriy Chernyshev is being transferred to correctional colony No. 3 in the city of Safonovo, Smolensk region, to serve his sentence for his faith.
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Filatov Aleksadr
Penal Colony No. 31 in Krasnoyarsk Territory
Sentence: 6 years
(until July 2026)
Other
88 people live in the barracks where Aleksandr is kept. The believer still works as an electrician and is valued as a specialist. In August, he had to work even during his vacation, as there was no one to replace him. Alexander's emotional state is satisfactory, but he misses his wife and children very much. The opportunity to talk to them is rare. In order not to lose heart, the believer tries to notice the positive and focus on it.
Letters
Alexandr works as an electrician. At the end of December 2023, he was placed in a punishment cell for 7 days. Filatov worries that he does not have the opportunity to communicate with his wife often on the phone, since the colony staff do not give him such an opportunity. He regularly receives letters of support, for which he is very grateful.
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Komarov Vitaliy
Penal Colony No. 5 in Oryol Region
Sentence: 6 years and 3 months
(until October 2027)
Other
Vitaliy Komarov works in the kitchen of the colony. According to him, the work is hard, but time passes faster this way. He has a Bible from the colony's library. He also enjoys letters of support and regular parcels.
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Vitaliy Komarov arrived at the correctional colony No. 5 in the Oryol region to serve his sentence. He can receive letters.
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Suvorov Danil
Penal Colony No. 12 in the Republic of Mordovia
Sentence: 6 years
(until April 2026)
Human rights defenders
According to Danil Suvorov, the conditions of detention in the colony are normal. His health condition is not bad, but he needs dental treatment. Relations with prisoners are normal. Before him, other Jehovah's Witnesses who had earned a good reputation had already served time in this colony. Danil has a library copy of the Bible and receives letters regularly. The believer was visited by a human rights activist of one of the public organizations.
Transfer of a prisoner
Danil Suvorov was transferred to correctional colony No. 12, located in the Republic of Mordovia. Letters of support can be sent by regular mail.
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Kardakov Sergey
Penal Colony No. 14 in Khabarovsk Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 4 months
(until February 2029)
Medical treatment within the Federal Penitentiary Service
Upon arrival at the Amursk colony, Sergey Kardakov received medical assistance due to the deterioration of his health due to a heart defect. Unlike in the pre-trial detention center, here he receives the necessary medicines. The emotional state of a believer varies. Separation from his wife, for whom he is very worried, causes him particular pain. However, they do have the ability to call each other and support each other. During this time, they were twice granted a long visit.
Transfer of a prisoner
Sergey Kardakov and Sergey Afanasyev are transferred more than 1000 km from their place of residence - to correctional colony No. 14 in Amursk (Khabarovsk Territory) to serve their sentences. They can write letters.
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Zinich Yevgeniy
Penal Colony No. 11 in Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Area — Yugra
Sentence: 6 years
(until March 2028)
Other
Yevgeniy Zinich is kept in solitary confinement with a stricter regime (PKT), periodically he is placed in a punishment cell, where he has spent a total of more than 100 days. Recently, another prisoner was put in his cell for 3 months. Yevgeniy tries to take care of his health, regularly goes for walks, does exercises. He has the opportunity to read the Bible and regularly receives letters of support.
Punishment cell
Yevgeniy is kept in solitary confinement in the FCT, periodically he is placed in a punishment cell. He is effectively deprived of long dates and parcels and says that he is very tired of the loud music that plays throughout the day. Despite this, Eugene tries to support himself emotionally and physically. He reads the Bible and the letters he receives, goes for walks and does exercises.
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Litvinyuk Aleksandr
Penal Colony No. 6 in Ivanovo Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until February 2028)
Medical treatment within the Federal Penitentiary Service
Aleksandr Litvinyuk tries to maintain a positive attitude — reading the Bible helps him in this, and regular exercises and physical activity at work help him to keep himself in good shape. The conditions of detention are satisfactory. The believer has the opportunity to wash and iron clothes, as well as cook his own meals. In June, Litvinyuk underwent a medical examination, but has not yet received its results. He also asked for an MRI of the brain, but was refused.
Letters
Oleksandr Litvinyuk still works in the sewing workshop on accessories, has two incentives. The believer is respected by other prisoners. He is encouraged by the letters.
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Aliyev Alam
Penal Colony No. 8 in Amur Region
Sentence: 6 years and 6 months
(until March 2029)
Strict conditions of detention
Alam is being held in strict confinement conditions. His wife Svetlana is worried about his health. The believer has acute toothache and inflammation with swelling. To provide assistance, a permit is required for admission to the colony of an orthopedic dentist, which is difficult due to the strict conditions of detention of a believer. For almost three months, Alam has not received letters of support. Senders receive messages that the message has not been censored.
Punishment cell
Aliyev was prescribed a course of droppers and injections for cerebral circulation. The spouse hands over the necessary medications. There are reports that for unknown reasons, Alam Aliyev is again sent to the punishment cell for 14 days. In this regard, the course of treatment is interrupted. Aliyev is promised to be given only pills. Periodically, his blood pressure rises. Such a condition is difficult for him to tolerate, as he has always been hypotensive.
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Zakaryan Vardan
Penal Colony No. 4 in Tver Region
Sentence: 4 years and 3 months
(until October 2025)
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Vardan Zakaryan arrived at correctional colony No. 4 in the city of Torzhok (Tver region) to serve his sentence. You can write letters to the believer.
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Vitaly Komarov and Vardan Zakaryan are being transferred to the place of serving their sentence for their faith.
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Putintsev Artur
Penal Colony No. 5 in Oryol Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until April 2025)
Other
Artur Putintsev works in a sewing workshop. He is engaged in cutting fabric for overalls and aprons. The believer receives the food he needs in parcels or buys food in the colony's store. On the part of the administration, the attitude towards him is good, his rights are not violated. Arthur has a Bible. He receives letters of support. On the badge of Vladimir Melnik there is a sign of preventive registration as an extremist - a green stripe.
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Artur Putintsev arrived at correctional colony No. 5 in the Oryol region, where he will serve his sentence.
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Danielyan Aram
Penal Colony No. 12 in the Republic of Mordovia
Sentence: 7 years
(until December 2028)
Transfer of a prisoner
All four believers are in Mordovian penal colony No. 12, where they will serve their sentences for their faith.
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Gerasimov Aleksey
Penal Colony No. 12 in the Republic of Mordovia
Sentence: 6 years
(until October 2029)
Transfer of a prisoner
Aleksey Gerasimov is in penal colony No. 12 in Mordovia. There he will serve the term appointed by the court. You can write letters to the believer.
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Polosenko Sergey
Penal Colony No. 12 in the Republic of Mordovia
Sentence: 7 years
(until November 2028)
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Nikolay Vasilyev and Sergey Polosenko were taken to correctional colony No. 12 in Mordovia to serve their sentences for their faith.
Transfer of a prisoner
All four believers are in Mordovian penal colony No. 12, where they will serve their sentences for their faith.
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Safronova Anna
Penal Colony No. 7 in Stavropol Territory
Sentence: 6 years
(until August 2027)
Letters
Anna has the opportunity to use the refrigerator and microwave, as well as visit the sauna. The believer's relationship with the administration is neutral. Her cellmates treat her with respect, calling her "Aunt Anya". Some time ago, after three hours of standing on the parade ground, Anna lost consciousness. At the infirmary, she regained consciousness, after which she was diagnosed with a viral infection and prescribed bed rest. She also has difficulty sleeping due to seizures, but she does not always receive the necessary medical care and it can be difficult to convince the staff that it is necessary to provide her with medication from her personal supply.
Letters
There are about 80 people in the detachment where Anna Safronova is kept. She has the opportunity to read the Bible. For 1.5 years of imprisonment, Anna received more than 7000 letters of support from different countries. The believer values communication with family and friends by phone, in letters and during visits.
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Piskarev Vladimir
Penal Colony No. 5 in Kaluga Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until April 2025)
Other
Vladimir Piskarev arrived at penal colony No. 5 in the Kaluga region. He is quarantined, he feels satisfied.
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Vladimir Piskaryov, Artur Putintsev and Vladimir Melnik left SIZO-1 in the Oryol region. They are transferred to a colony.
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Baranovskiy Roman
Penal Colony No. 3 in Trans-Baikal Territory
Sentence: 6 years
(until January 2027)
Other
Roman Baranovsky is kept in a barracks, in which, in addition to him, there are about 80 other prisoners. His relationship with the administration and other prisoners is neutral. In the colony, the believer even received dental care. Roman tries not to lose heart, but he worries about his 73-year-old mother, who has to travel 2500 km to see her son. The believer took part in a professional skill competition and won first place in the profession of a tailor.
Other
The lawyer visits Roman Baranovsky in the colony. The believer remains positive, but he is very worried about his mother and really wants to see her. She tries to help him as much as she can. 5 days a week, Roman works in a sewing workshop where medical overalls are sewn. Roman gets great joy from reading the Bible and letters of support and looks forward to new ones.
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Egozaryan Igor
Penal Colony No 6 in Udmurtia Republic
Sentence: 6 years
(until February 2026)
Letters
Valery Rogozin, Denis Peresunko and Igor Egozaryan feel fine. They continue to work in the sewing industry, and Igor learned to be a stoker and worked for some time in a boiler room, where they noted his conscientious attitude to work. About 70 people live in the barracks in which believers are kept, they have shared TVs and refrigerators. Valeriy, Denis and Igor have the opportunity to buy additional food and medicines at a local stall, relatives and friends give them vitamins.
Other
Valery Rogozin, Denis Peresunko and Igor Egozaryan continue to receive letters of support from relatives, friends and fellow believers. All three can read the Bible and talk to their relatives. Denis Peresunko's health problems have worsened in the colony. He is a group III disabled person and suffers from several chronic diseases. Recently, he was transferred to another barracks, where he felt better.
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Peresunko Denis
Penal Colony No 6 in Udmurtia Republic
Sentence: 6 years and 3 months
(until August 2026)
Letters
Valery Rogozin, Denis Peresunko and Igor Egozaryan feel fine. They continue to work in the sewing industry, and Igor learned to be a stoker and worked for some time in a boiler room, where they noted his conscientious attitude to work. About 70 people live in the barracks in which believers are kept, they have shared TVs and refrigerators. Valeriy, Denis and Igor have the opportunity to buy additional food and medicines at a local stall, relatives and friends give them vitamins.
Other
Valery Rogozin, Denis Peresunko and Igor Egozaryan continue to receive letters of support from relatives, friends and fellow believers. All three can read the Bible and talk to their relatives. Denis Peresunko's health problems have worsened in the colony. He is a group III disabled person and suffers from several chronic diseases. Recently, he was transferred to another barracks, where he felt better.
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Rogozin Valeriy
in the process of transferring to the penal colony
Sentence: 6 years and 5 months
(until July 2026)
Letters
Valery Rogozin, Denis Peresunko and Igor Egozaryan feel fine. They continue to work in the sewing industry, and Igor learned to be a stoker and worked for some time in a boiler room, where they noted his conscientious attitude to work. About 70 people live in the barracks in which believers are kept, they have shared TVs and refrigerators. Valeriy, Denis and Igor have the opportunity to buy additional food and medicines at a local stall, relatives and friends give them vitamins.
Other
Valery Rogozin, Denis Peresunko and Igor Egozaryan continue to receive letters of support from relatives, friends and fellow believers. All three can read the Bible and talk to their relatives. Denis Peresunko's health problems have worsened in the colony. He is a group III disabled person and suffers from several chronic diseases. Recently, he was transferred to another barracks, where he felt better.
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Bukin Vladimir
penal colony No. 14 in Khabarovsk Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 4 months
(until June 2029)
Other
Vladimir Bukin, Sergey Yuferov, Valery Slashchev and Mikhail Burkov generally feel fine, although Valeriy's eyesight is deteriorating. The conditions of detention are acceptable. For a while, there was a problem with receiving letters, but the administration of the colony solved it, and now men can feel the support of friends. Relations with other prisoners are still normal. Vladimir is trained as a locksmith. Valeriy is involved in the preparation of musical numbers for the open day in the penal colony.
Letters
Vladimir Bukin, Sergey Yuferov, Valery Slashchev and Mikhail Burkov get used to life in the colony. All of them are in the same squad, their beds are located nearby. The administration of the colony has not yet provided work to any of them. Also, they have not yet been given seasonal hats. Telephone conversations have not yet been provided to believers, and they have not yet received letters either. The men have good relations with the administration and staff of the colony, there are no conflicts.
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Burkov Mikhail
penal colony No. 14 in Khabarovsk Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 1 month
(until March 2029)
Other
Vladimir Bukin, Sergey Yuferov, Valery Slashchev and Mikhail Burkov generally feel fine, although Valeriy's eyesight is deteriorating. The conditions of detention are acceptable. For a while, there was a problem with receiving letters, but the administration of the colony solved it, and now men can feel the support of friends. Relations with other prisoners are still normal. Vladimir is trained as a locksmith. Valeriy is involved in the preparation of musical numbers for the open day in the penal colony.
Transfer of a prisoner
Vladimir Bukin, Sergey Yuferov, Valery Slashchev and Mikhail Burkov are taken to a penal colony located in the city of Amursk to serve their sentences. After quarantine, they are placed in the same squad. Four other believers, Sergey Afanasyev, Sergey Kardakov, Aleksey Trofimov and Dmitry Malevaniy, are serving their sentences in the same colony.
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Slashchev Valeriy
penal colony No. 14 in Khabarovsk Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 4 months
(until June 2029)
Other
Vladimir Bukin, Sergey Yuferov, Valery Slashchev and Mikhail Burkov generally feel fine, although Valeriy's eyesight is deteriorating. The conditions of detention are acceptable. For a while, there was a problem with receiving letters, but the administration of the colony solved it, and now men can feel the support of friends. Relations with other prisoners are still normal. Vladimir is trained as a locksmith. Valeriy is involved in the preparation of musical numbers for the open day in the penal colony.
Letters
Vladimir Bukin, Sergey Yuferov, Valery Slashchev and Mikhail Burkov get used to life in the colony. All of them are in the same squad, their beds are located nearby. The administration of the colony has not yet provided work to any of them. Also, they have not yet been given seasonal hats. Telephone conversations have not yet been provided to believers, and they have not yet received letters either. The men have good relations with the administration and staff of the colony, there are no conflicts.
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Yuferov Sergey
penal colony No. 14 in Khabarovsk Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 3 months
(until May 2029)
Other
Vladimir Bukin, Sergey Yuferov, Valery Slashchev and Mikhail Burkov generally feel fine, although Valeriy's eyesight is deteriorating. The conditions of detention are acceptable. For a while, there was a problem with receiving letters, but the administration of the colony solved it, and now men can feel the support of friends. Relations with other prisoners are still normal. Vladimir is trained as a locksmith. Valeriy is involved in the preparation of musical numbers for the open day in the penal colony.
Letters
Vladimir Bukin, Sergey Yuferov, Valery Slashchev and Mikhail Burkov get used to life in the colony. All of them are in the same squad, their beds are located nearby. The administration of the colony has not yet provided work to any of them. Also, they have not yet been given seasonal hats. Telephone conversations have not yet been provided to believers, and they have not yet received letters either. The men have good relations with the administration and staff of the colony, there are no conflicts.
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Seredkin Aleksandr
Penal Colony No. 5 in Altai Territory
Sentence: 6 years
(until April 2028)
Strict conditions of detention
Aleksandr Seredkin is still being held in strict conditions of serving his sentence. The believer's condition is aggravated by headaches and back problems. Alexander is very worried about his wife Svetlana, who suffered a heart attack in January. For both spouses, the ability to make regular phone calls is a great support. They were especially pleased with the long meeting held in February. Alexander tries to maintain a good emotional and spiritual state.
Strict conditions of detention
Upon arrival at the colony, Aleksandr was in quarantine, after which the believer was placed in a punishment cell for 2 weeks. This penalty was imposed on him for taking off his jacket near the bed, and not by the shower. After his release from the punishment cell, Aleksandr was immediately placed in strict conditions of detention, where he remains to this day. Together with him, more than 40 people are being held there.
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Sakada Vladimir
Penal Colony No. 5 in Kaluga Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until October 2026)
Letters
Vladimir Sakada is being held in a barracks for 80 people. He can visit the bathhouse and wash his clothes. The believer's relations with the administration and other prisoners are conflict-free. The food is good. Vladimir has a Bible from the colony's library. He is also given about 10 letters a month, and the believer is grateful for his support and encouragement. All this helps him not to lose heart.
Transfer of a prisoner
Vladimir Sakada arrives at penal colony No. 5 in the Kaluga region.
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Putintsev Aleksandr
Penal Colony No. 5 in Altai Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 6 months
(until October 2028)
Strict conditions of detention
The conditions of detention of Aleksandr Putintsev remain strict, despite his deteriorating health due to diabetes. Nevertheless, the believer is not discouraged - other prisoners are surprised at the calmness that Alexander experiences despite the difficulties. The support of his family and friends helps him maintain a positive attitude. The man is happy to receive letters and parcels from them. He can call his family; In April, he had a long meeting with his wife.
Other
Aleksandr Putintsev is still in strict conditions of detention in the colony. He, his wife and son applied to be transferred to a colony closer to home. All applications were rejected in writing. The believer's elderly mother has a chronic illness and is unable to cover a distance of 3,500 kilometers to visit her son. Due to the severe form of insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, Aleksandr had other aggravated diseases: hypertension, deforming arthrosis, retinopathy and polyneuropathy, because of which he could not even walk for some time.
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Golik Dmitriy
Penal Colony No. 2 in Amur Region
Sentence: 6 years and 2 months
(until July 2027)
Other
Dmitriy Golik is being held in a penal colony. He works at a foundry in Belogorsk, a 30-minute drive from the colony. There he works six days a week. His responsibilities include the manufacture of parts for special equipment. Dmitry is glad to have the opportunity to work - so, according to him, time flies faster. The believer receives all the necessary medicines, tries to keep himself in good physical shape, and goes in for sports.
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Dmitry Golik is being taken to a penal colony in the Amur Region. He has been quarantined until April 4.
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Druzhinin Leonid
Penal Colony No. 14 in Khabarovsk Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 6 months
(until May 2029)
Letters
Yevgeniy Bitusov and Leonid Druzhinin have the opportunity to read the Bible. Letters also serve as a great support for them, but recently only electronic ones have been transmitted to them. In January, the believers had visits with their wives. Bitusov and Druzhinin's chronic diseases worsened, immunity decreased. Vitamins to maintain their physical condition are not missed, the necessary medicines were given with a delay of 2 months. The believers were trained to work in a sewing workshop.
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Yevgeniy Bitusov and Leonid Druzhinin were taken to correctional colony No. 14 in the Khabarovsk Territory to serve their sentences. They can write letters.
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Voishchev Nikolay
Penal Colony No. 8 in Republic of Tatarstan
Sentence: 3 years
(until April 2025)
Elderly
Nikolay Voishchev receives the necessary medicines for his illness. He is retired and may not work. Nikolay has good relations with other prisoners, he is treated with respect, including because of his venerable age. The barracks where he lives is designed for 20 people. It has freedom of movement compared to a pre-trial detention center. The believer has a Bible. When he was in the pre-trial detention center, he received about 800 letters, but upon arrival at the colony, the letters have not yet arrived.
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Nikolai Voishchev was transferred to correctional colony No. 8 in the city of Almetyevsk. He is now in quarantine.
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Terebilov Dmitriy
Detention Center No. 1 in Kostroma region
Sentence: 3 years
(until September 2024)
Complaints
The Kostroma Regional Court upholds the decision on Dmitry Terebilov's administrative claim against the decision of the Sverdlovsk District Court. The court refuses to declare unlawful the ban of the head of the colony on the practice of Terebilov's chosen religion. The lawyer explains what Terebilov fears in connection with the decision of the head of IK-1: "Whatever he does: read the Bible, pray to God, tell others about his faith, this can be equated with breaking the law.
Other
The Sverdlovsk District Court rejected Terebilov's complaint about the ban on using God's name in letters and professing the religion of Jehovah's Witnesses in the colony. Although Judge Olga Telezhkina, by her decision, prohibits the believer from calling God by name and communicating with other convicts on biblical topics, the court believes that "the contested answer does not prevent the plaintiff from adhering to his chosen faith."
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Svarichevskiy Adam
Penal Colony No. 31 in Primorye Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 3 months
(until January 2029)
Strict conditions of detention
On visits with his family, Adam Svarichevsky is given the necessary medicines for the treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular system. He has a group III disability. Letters from relatives arrive several weeks late. Adam still spends most of his time in isolation. He is systematically placed in a punishment cell, although he is already in strict conditions of detention. The reason for this is the violations of the internal regime staged by the colony staff.
Penalty
Adam Svarichevski is being held in strict conditions of serving his sentence (SWON). For a long time, the believer was not given winter clothes, because of the cold in the cell, his chronic illness worsened. Adam is not allowed calls, he receives letters with a delay. To the delight of the believer, he recently had a long visit with his wife and sons. Relatives, with the permission of the administration, were able to give him some medicines and vitamins.
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Olshevskiy Anton
Penal Colony No. 5 in Altai Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 3 months
(until January 2029)
Strict conditions of detention
Anton Olshevskiy is in strict conditions of detention (SUS). Prior to that, he spent six months in a chamber-type room (PCT). The believer is allowed to call his relatives 6 times a month, receive parcels 1 time in 4 months, from time to time there is an opportunity to see his wife Ekaterina on dates. Olszewski is respected by others. He is not allowed to work and study, so he tries to be busy, for example, by answering numerous letters of support.
Strict conditions of detention
Anton Olshevskiy receives a number of penalties. Because of this, he, like Adam Svarichevskiy, is imprisoned in the FCT. He was also put on preventive registration as a "person prone to extremism."
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Meleshko Vasiliy
Released July 12, 2024
Sentence: 3 years
Health risk
Vasiliy Meleshko was twice sent to the punishment cell, each time for 15 days. He is now serving his second term. In general, the believer feels alert, but feels a lack of physical activity and experiences shortness of breath.
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Vasiliy Meleshko is in correctional colony No. 11 in the village of Akhtarsky, Krasnodar Territory. During the transfer, he caught a bad cold. Upon arrival at the colony, the believer is confined to a cell-type cell, a cell with a stricter regime of detention, where freedom of movement is significantly restricted.
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Kriger Valeriy
Penal Colony No. 8 in Amur Region
Sentence: 6 years and 9 months
(until June 2029)
Letters
Alam Aliyev and Valery Kriger characterize the attitude of the administration and the convicts as good. Aliyev is worried about cardiovascular diseases, and the prescribed medications do not help. Believers support each other, play chess, read the Bible and other books, which helps them to look at their circumstances more calmly. A great support for Valery are meetings with his wife. For a month now, men have not received emails, but those sent by regular mail sometimes arrive.
Health risk
Alam Aliyev is in a pre-infarction condition, but despite this, he is placed in a punishment cell for the second time. Previously, he was sent there for a week, now - for two. The colony staff took personal copies of Bibles from Alam, Valery, Sergey and Dmitry.
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Diarov Rustam
Penal Colony No. 8 in Republic of Tatarstan
Sentence: 8 years
(until July 2027)
Letters
Diarov, Klikunov and Ivanov continue to work in the boiler room. They are held in sections with about 35 people. The attitude of the cellmates towards them is calm. Believers receive parcels and parcels regularly. They draw support from letters. Sergey Klikunov is grateful for the fiction that is sent to him.
Other
Rustam Diarov, Sergey Klikunov and Evgeny Ivanov are in different detachments, working in the boiler room. Klikunov and Diarov do not complain about their health. Ivanov needs to see several doctors who are not in the colony. Now he is waiting for the opportunity to visit the hospital for this. The emotional state of all three is good. Believers have the opportunity to read the Bible in different translations. They receive many letters of support from fellow believers, for which they are very grateful.
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Ivanov Yevgeniy
Penal Colony No. 8 in Republic of Tatarstan
Sentence: 8 years
(until July 2027)
Letters
Diarov, Klikunov and Ivanov continue to work in the boiler room. They are held in sections with about 35 people. The attitude of the cellmates towards them is calm. Believers receive parcels and parcels regularly. They draw support from letters. Sergey Klikunov is grateful for the fiction that is sent to him.
Other
Rustam Diarov, Sergey Klikunov and Evgeny Ivanov are in different detachments, working in the boiler room. Klikunov and Diarov do not complain about their health. Ivanov needs to see several doctors who are not in the colony. Now he is waiting for the opportunity to visit the hospital for this. The emotional state of all three is good. Believers have the opportunity to read the Bible in different translations. They receive many letters of support from fellow believers, for which they are very grateful.
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Klikunov Sergey
Penal Colony No. 8 in Republic of Tatarstan
Sentence: 8 years
(until July 2027)
Letters
Diarov, Klikunov and Ivanov continue to work in the boiler room. They are held in sections with about 35 people. The attitude of the cellmates towards them is calm. Believers receive parcels and parcels regularly. They draw support from letters. Sergey Klikunov is grateful for the fiction that is sent to him.
Other
Rustam Diarov, Sergey Klikunov and Evgeny Ivanov are in different detachments, working in the boiler room. Klikunov and Diarov do not complain about their health. Ivanov needs to see several doctors who are not in the colony. Now he is waiting for the opportunity to visit the hospital for this. The emotional state of all three is good. Believers have the opportunity to read the Bible in different translations. They receive many letters of support from fellow believers, for which they are very grateful.
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Sannikov Konstantin
Penal Colony No. 8 for Republic of Tatarstan
Sentence: 6 years and 6 months
(until September 2025)
Other
Konstantin Sannikov works in a boiler room. He likes working there, he notes that it makes the time of imprisonment fly by faster. The believer has good relations with other prisoners and the administration of the colony. Relatives regularly visit Sannikov. Konstantin receives letters of support. He also has a Bible.
Second appeal
The Supreme Court of the Republic of Tatarstan, having considered the case of Sannikov in a new composition, leaves the original verdict of the first instance unchanged, in particular, returns an additional punishment in the form of restriction of liberty for a period of 1 year.
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Mamalimov Igor
Medical Penal Facility No. 34
Sentence: 6 years
(until April 2028)
Transfer of a prisoner
Igor Mamalimov was transferred to serve his sentence in a medical correctional institution. He suffers from hypertension, so he periodically seeks medical help. A believer works in a furniture shop, has two incentives, one cash prize. He was trained as a cook. In March, Igor is scheduled to have a long meeting with his wife. She does not have the financial opportunity to come on short visits, since she lives in the Trans-Baikal Territory, which is more than 2500 km from the colony.
Transfer of a prisoner
Igor Mamalimov is transferred to the Medical Correctional Institution No. 34 of the Federal Penitentiary Service of Russia in the Republic of Khakassia. He can write letters.
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Panyuta Olga
Penal Colony No. 10 in Primorye Territory
Sentence: 4 years and 4 months
(until October 2026)
Elderly
Olga Panyuta is still being held in strict conditions and in need of dental treatment. During the day, the believer is in a common room with 11 prisoners, and at night everyone is divided into 4-bed cells. A woman is allowed daily walks for 1.5 hours. Panyuta has a good relationship with others. Letters of support, as well as visits with her husband, help her maintain a positive attitude.
Strict conditions of detention
After being admitted to the colony, Olga Panyuta was in a punishment cell for some time. The reason was that she allegedly found a lighter sewn into her bag, while the inspection of things was carried out in her absence. Now Olga is in strict conditions of detention. She and 7 other women do not work, are under round-the-clock surveillance and are constantly subjected to degrading searches. Despite the difficult conditions and provocations from her cellmates, Olga remains calm and treats everyone kindly.
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Korolev Sergey
Penal Colony No. 3 in Tambov Region
Sentence: 7 years
(until December 2027)
Letters
Sergei Korolev is being held in the barracks along with 30 other prisoners. The believer has a normal relationship with them. There are no problems with the administration either. Sergey works in a machine shop, sawing metal on a machine. He regularly receives letters of support and tries to respond to them. The believer has the opportunity to read the Bible. Korolev also regularly receives parcels from his wife. This supports Sergey emotionally.
Other
There are another 40 people in the barracks where the believer is kept. The conditions are normal, Sergey feels good. He has a Bible. In his spare time, he studies English and does gymnastics. The inmates were surprised to learn that Ekaterina, Sergey's wife, had moved almost 700 kilometers to be closer to her husband.
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Filatov Sergey
Penal Colony No. 10 in Rostov Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until January 2026)
Letters
Sergey Filatov works in the metalworking shop. He is respected by the staff of the administration, he received several awards during the year. The believer is on a light allowance, 6 times a year he can get a long visit with his wife. Parcels and letters arrive regularly. Filatov has a Bible. All this helps him to maintain a positive attitude. In December 2023, the believer filed a petition for parole, but the court rejected it.
Other
In the colony, Sergey makes garden furniture: benches and urns. The administration provides the believer with long visits.
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Parkov Aleksandr
Released August 11, 2024
Sentence: 6 years and 6 months
Letters
Alexander Parkov works in a forge, receives incentives from the administration. The believer has about 7 months of punishment left to serve. In the colony, Parkov receives the necessary medical care. He regularly receives parcels and letters.
Other
Alexander underwent dental treatment. The administration treats the believer well and allows long visits.
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Ivshin Aleksandr
Penal Colony No. 10 in Rostov Region
Sentence: 7 years and 6 months
(until April 2028)
Letters
66-year-old Aleksandr Ivshin, who is serving a sentence in a colony for his faith, is experiencing serious health problems. Recently, his blood pressure dropped sharply, causing him to lose consciousness. He was given the necessary medications, after which the pressure returned to normal. Ivshin does not work. He is kept in a barracks for the disabled. Relations with convicts and the administration are friendly. In November 2023, the believer had a long-term date with his wife.
Other
Alexander Ivshin was treated by a dentist, for which he is very grateful. The attitude of the administration towards the believer is good. He receives regular parcels from his family.
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Kiramov Rinat
Penal Colony No. 6 for Tula Region
Sentence: 7 years
(until December 2027)
Other
Kiramov has good relations with the administration and other prisoners. He works as a baker, while mastering this profession. The believer is treated kindly, he tries to work conscientiously. Rinat has a Bible, and he has already received several letters and a parcel from relatives.
Transfer of a prisoner
Rinat Kiramov is taken to correctional colony No. 6 in the Tula region in the city of Novomoskovsk. Upon arrival, the believer is quarantined.
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Kazadaev Pavel
Penal Colony No. 5 in Altai Territory
Sentence: 3 years
(until August 2026)
Strict conditions of detention
Pavel Kazadaev was placed in a PKT (chamber-type room) until January 3, 2024. Prior to that, he ended up in the punishment cell three times due to various penalties. The believer is kept alone in the cell. At 5 o'clock in the morning, he hands over the mattress, which is returned at 21:00. He is allowed to write and receive letters, he can take daily walks and buy groceries in the colony's store.
Punishment cell
Pavel Kazadaev is being held in the same colony as Anton Olshevsky, Aleksandr Putintsev and Aleksandr Seredkin. Kazadaev and Olshevsky were sent to the punishment cell immediately after quarantine. The period of their stay there is constantly extended for formal reasons - in IK-5 there are internal rules according to which Jehovah's Witnesses should be held only in strict conditions and at the same time should not communicate with each other.
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Danielyan Andrey
Penal Colony No. 8 in Omsk region
Sentence: 6 years
(until September 2028)
Punishment cell
In the colony, the believer works at a bath and laundry plant. Living conditions are normal: the room is warm, dry and clean. Danielyan has good relations with other prisoners. Andrey tries to maintain a positive attitude. Twice he was allowed long-term visits with his wife. He also has a Bible from which he draws support. Letters give him great joy. In the summer, the colony held an open day for relatives and the public.
Other
It becomes known that Andrey Danielyan was taken to correctional colony No. 8 in the Omsk region (Omsk).
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Moiseyenko Vladimir
Penal Colony No. 3 in Ulyanovsk Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until January 2028)
Other
Alexander Skvortsov works in the sewing workshop as a clerk (rewrites products). He is satisfied with his work, and in his free time he writes poetry. Vladimir Moiseenko also works in a sewing workshop.
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Avanesov Vilen
Released February 9, 2024
Sentence: 6 years
Other
Arsen Avanesov lives in a barracks with 90 beds, where 65 prisoners are kept. He can move around relatively freely and is allowed to make phone calls. Vilen Avanesov does not lose his sense of humor. His prison term expires in two months. The administration of the colony filed a lawsuit with the court for the appointment of administrative supervision to Vilen, but the court rejected this claim.
Other
Arsen and Vilen Avanesov work in the sewing industry from 8:00 to 20:00 with short breaks during the day. They endure the harsh conditions of their stay in the colony. Arsen needs a medical examination. Vilen and Arsen have normal relations with their cellmates and the administration, as Konstantin Bazhenov , who served his sentence here for his faith, had a good reputation as one of Jehovah's Witnesses. The Avanesovs have several rewards.
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Kosyanenko Sergey
Penal Colony No. 6 in Moscow region
Sentence: 7 years
(until December 2027)
Transfer of a prisoner
Sergey Kosyanenko is taken to Penal Colony No. 6 in the Moscow Region, located in the city of Kolomna, to serve his sentence. He can write letters.
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Trofimov Aleksey
Penal Colony No.14 in Khabarovsk Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 4 months
(until October 2028)
Letters
Believers have been in IK-14 in the Khabarovsk Territory for a month now. They are kept in a four-story barracks. Recently, the heating was turned on in the colony, the prisoners were given winter clothes. Trofimov is the oldest prisoner in this colony, he is a pensioner. According to relatives of Trofimov and Malevanyi, a sense of humor helps believers maintain peaceful relations with other prisoners. The colony staff speak positively of them.
Transfer of a prisoner
It becomes known that Dmitry Malevaniy and Aleksey Trofimov were taken to correctional colony No. 29, and Olga Panyuta to correctional colony No. 10. Both institutions are located in Primorsky Krai.
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Malevaniy Dmitriy
Penal Colony No. 14 in Khabarovsk Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 10 months
(until April 2029)
Letters
Believers have been in IK-14 in the Khabarovsk Territory for a month now. They are kept in a four-story barracks. Recently, the heating was turned on in the colony, the prisoners were given winter clothes. Trofimov is the oldest prisoner in this colony, he is a pensioner. According to relatives of Trofimov and Malevanyi, a sense of humor helps believers maintain peaceful relations with other prisoners. The colony staff speak positively of them.
Transfer of a prisoner
Dmitry Malevaniy is transferred to correctional colony No. 14 in the Khabarovsk Territory. Sergey Afanasyev and Sergey Kardakov from Blagoveshchensk are held in the same colony.
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Shulyarenko Sergey
Penal Colony No. 8 in Amur Region
Sentence: 6 years and 9 months
(until June 2029)
Health risk
Alam Aliyev is in a pre-infarction condition, but despite this, he is placed in a punishment cell for the second time. Previously, he was sent there for a week, now - for two. The colony staff took personal copies of Bibles from Alam, Valery, Sergey and Dmitry.
Transfer of a prisoner
Alam Aliyev, Valery Krieger, Sergey Shulyarenko and Dmitry Zagulin are taken to correctional colony No. 8 in Blagoveshchensk to serve their sentences.
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Zagulin Dmitriy
Penal Colony No. 8 in Amur Region
Sentence: 3 years and 6 months
(until March 2026)
Health risk
Alam Aliyev is in a pre-infarction condition, but despite this, he is placed in a punishment cell for the second time. Previously, he was sent there for a week, now - for two. The colony staff took personal copies of Bibles from Alam, Valery, Sergey and Dmitry.
Transfer of a prisoner
Alam Aliyev, Valery Krieger, Sergey Shulyarenko and Dmitry Zagulin are taken to correctional colony No. 8 in Blagoveshchensk to serve their sentences.
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Atrуakhin Vladimir
Penal Colony No. 3 in the Republic of Mari El
Sentence: 6 years
(until March 2028)
Other
Vladimir Atryakhin and Georgy Nikulin, who are serving sentences in a penal colony, maintain a positive attitude. Vladimir feels good, does not complain about his health. Giorgi has health problems. Believers can exercise three times a week and thus support themselves. There are no problems with nutrition. It is also possible to buy the necessary products in the store. The attitude towards prisoners is generally good. Alexei Berchuk from Blagoveshchensk, who is also serving a sentence in this colony, and Vladimir Atryakhin are kept together, their beds are nearby.
Transfer of a prisoner
Vladimir Atryakhin and Georgy Nikulin are taken to colony No. 3 in the Republic of Mari El, where they will serve their sentences. They are in quarantine, but they can already write letters.
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Nikulin Georgiy
Penal Colony No. 3 in the Republic of Mari El
Sentence: 4 years and 2 months
(until January 2026)
Other
Vladimir Atryakhin and Georgy Nikulin, who are serving sentences in a penal colony, maintain a positive attitude. Vladimir feels good, does not complain about his health. Giorgi has health problems. Believers can exercise three times a week and thus support themselves. There are no problems with nutrition. It is also possible to buy the necessary products in the store. The attitude towards prisoners is generally good. Alexei Berchuk from Blagoveshchensk, who is also serving a sentence in this colony, and Vladimir Atryakhin are kept together, their beds are nearby.
Transfer of a prisoner
Vladimir Atryakhin and Georgy Nikulin are taken to colony No. 3 in the Republic of Mari El, where they will serve their sentences. They are in quarantine, but they can already write letters.
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Danilov Oleg
Released February 29, 2024
Sentence: 3 years
Letters
Oleg Danilov is kept in a single cell room with two prisoners with whom he has developed good relations. So far, the believer receives letters only from relatives.
Transfer of a prisoner
Oleg Danilov was taken to correctional colony No. 2, located in the village of Dvubratskoye (Krasnodar Territory).
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Ivanova Olga
Released June 11, 2024
Sentence: 3 years and 6 months
Parole
The Sovetsky District Court of the Stavropol Territory, chaired by Judge Kirill Valikov, refuses Olga Ivanova's application for parole. The believer should be released in June 2024.
Letters
Olga Ivanova is being held in a barracks where about 100 other convicts are being held. She is respected by other prisoners: they note her hard work and peace-loving nature. The believer works in a cutting shop.
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Afanasiyev Sergey
Penal Colony No. 14 in Khabarovsk Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 6 months
(until April 2029)
Transfer of a prisoner
Sergey Kardakov and Sergey Afanasyev are transferred more than 1000 km from their place of residence - to correctional colony No. 14 in Amursk (Khabarovsk Territory) to serve their sentences. They can write letters.
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Dubovenko Aleksandr
Penal Colony No. 6 in Moscow Region
Sentence: 6 years
(until February 2028)
Other
Aleksandr Dubovenko was taken to a penal colony in Kolomna (Moscow region) to serve his sentence.
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Savelyev Yuriy
Released July 19, 2023
Sentence: 6 years
Strict conditions of detention
Yuriy is still in strict conditions of detention. Despite this, his emotional state is good, he is looking forward to his imminent release. The believer has the opportunity to walk for two hours a day in the courtyard with a length of about 100 meters. In the spring, Yuri had a severe form of pneumonia. He was placed in a hospital isolated from the rest of the prisoners because of the article under which he was convicted.
Other
The lawyer visits Yuriy in the colony. The believer reports that he submitted an application to the administration to be allowed telephone conversations with his relatives, but was refused. Optimism helps Savelyev cope with numerous difficulties. He says: "I try to focus on the positive, I pray a lot to Jehovah, I sing songs, I read letters, I answer them." To date, the believer has already received 19,221 letters from all over the world (an average of 392 letters per month).
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Shevchuk Aleksandr
Released November 3, 2023
Sentence: 2 years
Transfer of a prisoner
It turns out that Aleksandr Shevchuk was transferred back to colony No. 12 in the Republic of Mordovia.
Other
Another 38 people are being held in the barracks with Oleksandr Shevchuk. The believer has not yet been given the necessary medicines (he suffers from a serious chronic illness). Due to the need for ophthalmic treatment, Shevchuk is temporarily transferred to a medical institution in the village of Barashevo.
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Nikolayev Aleksandr
Released September 19, 2023
Sentence: 2 years and 6 months
Other
At the end of the quarantine, one of the colony employees, provoking Aleksandr, tries to tear off the badge with the name and article of the believer. In spite of everything, Alexander tries to maintain a positive attitude. He submits an application to the administration of the colony with a request to be trained as a carpenter. Reading the Bible also gives him moral strength. A lawyer files a petition for parole.
Other
It becomes known that Aleksandr Nikolayev is in penal colony No. 9 in the city of Khadyzhensk (Krasnodar Territory). Upon arrival, he was quarantined.
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Korolev Aleksandr
Released June 14, 2024
Sentence: 2 years
Other
It becomes known that Aleksandr Shevchuk, Denis Antonov and Aleksandr Korolev arrived at Correctional Colony No. 12 in the Republic of Mordovia to serve their sentences. They can write letters.
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Antonov Denis
Released June 14, 2024
Sentence: 2 years
Other
It becomes known that Aleksandr Shevchuk, Denis Antonov and Aleksandr Korolev arrived at Correctional Colony No. 12 in the Republic of Mordovia to serve their sentences. They can write letters.
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Ermolaev Vladimir
Penal Colony No. 3 in Trans-Baikal Territory
Sentence: 6 years and 6 months
(until September 2028)
Transfer of a prisoner
Vladimir Yermolaev is taken to Correctional Colony No. 3 in Chita. He is quarantined. Another Jehovah's Witness, Roman Baranovsky, is serving time in the same colony for his faith. Igor Mamalimov and Aleksandr Putintsev are in the process of being moved to places where they are serving their sentences. It is known that Mamalimov will serve his sentence in Abakan (Khakassia), and Putintsev in the Altai Territory.
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Beltikov Maksim
Released September 15, 2023
Sentence: 2 years
Other
Maksim was visited by a public defender in the colony. The believer does not complain about his health, but he is worried about his gradually weakening eyesight, and there is no way to invite an ophthalmologist to the colony. But Maxim is not discouraged, he is supported by letters from fellow believers, which he still receives in large quantities. He is also pleased that he is treated well in the colony.
Other
The lawyer visits Maksim Beltikov in the colony. He is being held in a 4-bed cell with two other prisoners. Maksim's relations with his cellmates and the administration of the colony are friendly. Upon arrival at the correctional facility, Beltikov sought medical help in connection with a gastrointestinal disease and high blood pressure. Now he receives part of the necessary medicines, the rest of the prescription drugs his wife will give him in the near future.
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Shcherbina Aleksandr
Released February 22, 2023
Sentence: 2 years
Other
The lawyer visits Aleksandr Shcherbina in correctional colony No. 10 in Rostov-on-Don. The believer says that the conditions of his detention are normal, his health is satisfactory. He has a Bible and receives regular letters of support. For the entire time of imprisonment, he received about 3000 of them. The administration and cellmates treat the believer with respect. In the colony, Aleksandr learned to be an auto mechanic, and plans to start working soon.
Other
It becomes known that Aleksandr Shcherbina was transferred to Correctional Colony No. 10 in Rostov-on-Don.
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Baranovskaya Valentina
Released May 3, 2022
Sentence: 2 years
Release from penal colony
The Supreme Court of the Republic of Khakassia does not satisfy the prosecutor's appeal against the court's decision of February 22, 2022. The believer receives parole. Valentina Baranovskaya is released.
Elderly
The lawyer visits Valentina Baranovskaya in the penal colony. The woman continues to struggle with the progressive disease, in addition, she feels the pressure from the institution. For example, the administration of the colony took away from her the Bible in the Synodal translation of the Orthodox publishing house, referring to a certain explanation of the priest serving at the colony. A lawyer's request was sent to the administration of the colony on this fact.
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Andreyev Andrey
Released February 22, 2023
Sentence: 4 years and 6 months
Other
The lawyer visits Andrey Andreev in Penal colony No. 2 in Lipetsk. The believer was transported for 2 weeks along the route Kursk – Voronezh – Lipetsk. The conditions of detention in the detachment are normal: there is a shower with hot water, a refrigerator, a microwave and a TV. Andrey regularly communicates with his wife Svetlana via a payphone. Maintains a positive attitude, is in good physical shape. The prisoners treat him with respect.
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Britvin Sergey
Released December 29, 2021
Sentence: 4 years
Other
Sergey Britvin and Vadim Levchuk are released after serving the full 4 years in prison assigned to them by the court.
Other
Levchuk is transferred to strict conditions of serving a sentence (SUON), since he was previously unreasonably recognized as a malicious violator of the order. The premises of the SWAN are designed for 40 people, but are not fully filled. There is a sports ground, a place to relax, to watch TV and to eat. It is very cold indoors before the start of the heating season. The food is satisfactory.
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Levchuk Vadim
Released December 29, 2021
Sentence: 4 years
Other
Sergey Britvin and Vadim Levchuk are released after serving the full 4 years in prison assigned to them by the court.
Other
Levchuk is transferred to strict conditions of serving a sentence (SUON), since he was previously unreasonably recognized as a malicious violator of the order. The premises of the SWAN are designed for 40 people, but are not fully filled. There is a sports ground, a place to relax, to watch TV and to eat. It is very cold indoors before the start of the heating season. The food is satisfactory.
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Polyakov Sergey
Released November 30, 2022
Sentence: 3 years
Other
A lawyer visits Sergey Polyakov in a penal colony in Valdai. The transfer of the believer to serve his sentence took almost 2 months: from Omsk to Yekaterinburg, from there to Kirov, then to Yaroslavl, to Veliky Novgorod and, finally, to the city of Valdai in the Novgorod region. At one of the sections in the car, ventilation did not work well, it was hot, and the prisoners often smoked, which made it difficult for Sergey to breathe.
Other
The whereabouts of Sergey Polyakov are being clarified: he has been transferred to correctional colony No. 4 in the Novgorod Region, which is located in the city of Valdai. According to Anastasia Polyakova, who received the first letter from the colony from her husband, Sergey has already been given overalls and is in quarantine for two weeks. After that, he will begin working at one of the production enterprises of the colony.
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Seidkuliev Rustam
Released April 7, 2023
Sentence: 2 years and 4 months
Other
It becomes known that in early September, Rustam Seidkuliev was transferred from SIZO-1 to Correctional Colony No. 33, located on the outskirts of the city of Saratov. There he will serve his sentence for his Christian beliefs.
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Klimov Sergey
Released July 26, 2023
Sentence: 6 years
Other
The lawyer visits Sergey in IK-8. The health of the believer still leaves much to be desired. His eyesight is deteriorating, and he recently had to buy new glasses. According to the lawyer, Sergey's relations with his cellmates are respectful. One of the employees of the colony, in an interview with a lawyer, notes that Sergey is a normal, problem-free person, because he is imprisoned "for his convictions." Sergey has a Bible.
Other
From Medical and Correctional Institution No. 7, where Sergey underwent serious treatment for a month, he was transferred back to IK-8. His wife Yulia reports that, in general, Sergey feels well, although his eyesight is deteriorating. She manages to give him medicines, as well as insect and mouse repellents. Bed linen and towels are not accepted. In the colony, Sergey learns woodworking.
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Miretskiy Aleksey
Penal Colony #1 of UFSIN for Orenburg Region
Released August 2, 2021
Sentence: 2 years
Other
Aleksey Miretskiy is released after serving the 2 years in prison assigned to him by the court.
Other
The Orenburg Regional Court refuses to satisfy the appeal against the decision of the Central District Court of Orenburg, which did not agree to replace the believer's unserved part of the sentence with a fine.
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German Gennadiy
Released July 28, 2021
Sentence: 2 years
Other
Gennady German and Roman Gridasov are released, having fully served the 2 years assigned to them. At the entrance to the Orenburg colony, they are greeted by family members, friends and acquaintances who came from Saratov 800 kilometers away.
Mitigation of punishment
Court hearings on replacing Gennady German's unserved part of the sentence with a fine were postponed to January 18, 2021.
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Gridasov Roman
Released July 28, 2021
Sentence: 2 years
Other
Gennady German and Roman Gridasov are released, having fully served the 2 years assigned to them. At the entrance to the Orenburg colony, they are greeted by family members, friends and acquaintances who came from Saratov 800 kilometers away.
Other
Judge of the Orenburg Regional Court Tatyana Pazhdina leaves unchanged the decision of the court of first instance on the refusal of Roman Gridasov to replace the unserved part of the term with a fine.
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Christensen Dennis
Penal Colony No. 3 in Kursk Region
Released May 23, 2022
Sentence: 6 years
Other
After a month spent in the hospital for examination, Dennis Christensen returns to colony No. 3 in the city of Lgov. He feels satisfied. The believer must serve in the colony for another 10 months. As the number of prisoners in the colony has decreased, even in strict conditions of detention, Dennis has more personal space - instead of 12, 7-8 people now live with him.
Other
Dennis Christensen was transferred to penal colony No. 2 in Kosinovo, Kursk region, for a routine medical examination.
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Budenchuk Aleksey
Released July 5, 2021
Sentence: 3 years and 6 months
Other
Alexey Budenchuk is leaving a penal colony in Orenburg after more than 3 years in prison.
Other
In the penal colony, Budenchuk and Miretsky are forced to work 6 days a week, 12 hours a day, in the sewing industry. Stress, hard work and conditions in the colony lead to an exacerbation of chronic diseases.
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Bazhenov Konstantin
Penal Colony #3 of UFSIN for Ulyanovsk Region
Released May 4, 2021
Sentence: 3 years and 6 months
Other
Konstantin Bazhenov leaves the colony in Dimitrovgrad ahead of schedule after more than 3 years of imprisonment, but law enforcement officers again detain the believer. Bazhenov is sent to a deportation center because his Russian citizenship has been revoked due to criminal prosecution. The believer will be deported to the territory of Ukraine.
Other
The Dimitrovgrad City Court of the Ulyanovsk Region satisfies Konstantin Bazhenov's repeated petition for parole.
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Makhammadiyev Feliks
Penal Colony #1 of UFSIN for Orenburg Region
Released December 30, 2020
Sentence: 3 years
Other
The Belyaevsky District Court of the Orenburg Region decides to leave Felix Makhammadiyev in the Temporary Detention Center for Foreign Citizens and Stateless Persons until February 28, 2021. During this time, documents must be prepared for his deportation from Russia.
Release from penal colony
After serving his full sentence, Felix Makhammadiev leaves penal colony No. 1 in Orenburg. He is placed in the Temporary Detention Center for Foreign Citizens and Stateless Persons, located in the village of Alabaytal (Orenburg Region), because after the verdict his Russian citizenship was revoked and he is subject to return to his country of birth. This happened due to the fact that for his faith he was found guilty under an "
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