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October 21, 2026

Detention center

The Case of Pilshchikov in Cheboksary

After the verdict was issued, the believer was placed in pretrial detention center No. 2 in Tsivilsk. From quarantine he was transferred to a cold, musty cell located in the basement. The bedding is damp, there is mold on the walls, and laundry dries slowly. The cell is designed for two people. His…

October 21, 2026

Detention center

The Case of Tazyrov and Others in Ufa

The conditions in the pretrial detention center where Roza and Ruslan Tazyrov are held are acceptable for them; the administration and other inmates treat them with respect. Roza has been in the same cell for 8 months; she sleeps on the lower bunk. The room is warm and there is water. Ruslan spent 6…

October 20, 2026

Final statement

The Case of Paysov in Zvenigorod

Aleksandr Paysov delivers the final statement.

October 20, 2026

Hearing in a court of the first instance

The Case of Repin and Others in Ozersk

Three witnesses describe Igor Smolnikov as a polite and tactful person. None of them has heard extremist statements from him, or calls to break the law or sever family relationships. A client whose apartment Igor repaired says about him: "Calm, balanced, intelligent, well-mannered, he loves his…

October 19, 2026

Detention center

The Agafonov and Others Case in Votkinsk

After reception, Yuriy Basilaya is transferred to a cell already occupied by six inmates. Yuriy is the oldest among them. All of his cellmates smoke. The believer does not yet have a Bible. He receives letters of support, including from abroad. For Evelina Saltykova, being held in custody is not…

October 16, 2026

Hearing in a court of the first instance

The Case of Bagin and Others in Mayna

The court questions linguistics expert Ivan Kardash. He reports that in the three examined video recordings of meetings for worship, he did not find any statements suggesting the superiority of one group over another on religious grounds. Next, religious studies expert Radiy Ibragimov is questioned.…

October 15, 2026

Case initiated

Case of the couple Bondur and others in Vilyuchinsk

Vladimir Kurpas, acting head of the Investigative Department of the Investigative Directorate of the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation notifies Aleksey Vishnyakov that a criminal case has been initiated against him on suspicion of organizing the activity of an extremist organization.…

October 15, 2026

Hearing in a court of the first instance

The Case of Anufriev and Others in Kstovo

About 30 people attend the hearing. The state prosecutor reports on the results of the inquiry into the injuries sustained by Viktor and Alena Chernobaev during the search of their home. The investigator issues a ruling refusing to initiate a criminal case against the police officers who conducted…

October 15, 2026

Final statement

The Case of Syrykh in Kaltan

Vitaliy Syrykh delivers his final statement.

October 14, 2026

Hearing in a court of the first instance

The Case of Moroz in Simferopol

Anna Moroz states that the charge against her "is unfounded and not supported by any evidence." She also disagrees with the conclusions of religious studies expert Olga Griva; she believes that Griva had gone beyond the scope of her qualifications and made assessments that fall within the exclusive…

October 13, 2026

Hearing in a court of the first instance

The Case of Albegova in Vladikavkaz

About 40 people come to support Sabina Albegova. Only 16 are admitted to the courtroom. The questioning of FSB informant Chibayeva continues. She has difficulty explaining why, in the same protocol, she first says that she does not know Albegova, and later says that she does know her. She admits…

October 13, 2026

Life in prison

The Case of Maletskov and Chaplykina in Novosibirsk

After being released from the punishment cell, Marina Chaplykina is held in the general unit, which has about 80 people. Marina tries to maintain peaceful relations with everyone. She views her situation as an opportunity to learn even better how to get along with all kinds of people. Letters are…

October 13, 2026

Life in prison

The Case of Zhigalov and Kudinov in Sevastopol

Sergey Zhigalov tries to find joy in simple things: he enjoys nature, takes pleasure in food and daily Bible reading, and writes poems and songs. While working, he listens to the radio to lighten his mood. The believer receives letters, but not all of them. Sergey can call his wife and parents.…

October 12, 2026

Life in prison

The Case of Shurygin in Chelyabinsk

Andrey Shurygin is granted an extended visit from his wife. The believer is glad to be able to regularly communicate with her via videoconferencing and on weekends he calls his mother by phone. Friends also regularly visit the prisoner of conscience. Andrey is working — he repairs machinery. In…

October 12, 2026

Life in prison

The Case of Yeritsyan and Others in Novocherkassk

Garegin Khachaturyan remains in the cell-type facility. The detention conditions are satisfactory: banya days are on Tuesdays and Fridays, and daily walks last for 1.5 hours. The believer longs for his family but tries to remain positive. Almost no letters are forwarded to him. The administration…

October 11, 2026

Life in prison

The Case of Parfenovich and Gerashchenko in Krasnogvardeyskoye

Sergey Parfenovich shares a cell with two other inmates who sometimes quarrel. The believer helps to maintain a peaceful atmosphere. The window in the cell is small and located just below the ceiling — there is little sunlight in the room and it is impossible to observe nature. Sergey enjoys playing…

October 10, 2026

Life in prison

The Case of Lukin in Moscow

In the barracks where Andrey Lukin is held, there is a shared kitchen, toilet, and shower. The kitchen has a refrigerator, two stoves, and a microwave. There are now 11 people in the believer's section. No one smokes in the room or at the workplace (there are specially designated areas for that).…

October 9, 2026

Punishment Request

Case of the Kosovs in Cherkessk

The prosecutor motions for the court to sentence the Kosovs to terms in a penal colony: Nikolay — 5.5 years and Larisa — 3 years.

October 8, 2026

Punishment Request

The Case of Kuchin in Kurgan

Closing arguments are underway. The prosecutor requests a sentence of 4 years in a penal colony for the believer. Roman Kuchin makes his final statement. He says: "I prayed, associated with people, and lived in accordance with my faith. I ask the court to separate these actions from the criminal…

October 7, 2026

Hearing in a court of the first instance

The Case of Ilya Chertov in Alushta

The court changes Chertov's house arrest to a ban on certain actions.

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