NOVEMBER 27, 2023 | UPDATED: SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
RUSSIA

UPDATE—FINE IMPOSED | “Jehovah Will Work Things Out”

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On September 23, 2024, the Dzerzhinskiy District Court of Yaroslavl convicted Brother Anton Kokovin and fined him 75,000 rubles ($806 U.S.).

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Anton Kokovin

Born: 1990 (Yaroslavl, Yaroslavl Region)

Biography: Works as a communications engineer

His mother instilled Bible principles in him from childhood. As a teenager, began to think seriously about life. Baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in 2009

Personal Comments

What helps you maintain your confidence?

Jesus prophesied that his followers would be persecuted. So Jehovah knows both what is happening and how to help me. The guidance I receive through his Word and his organization is always exactly what I need to remain faithful. I also think of what is written at Psalm 30:11: “You have changed my mourning into dancing; you have removed my sackcloth, and you clothe me with rejoicing.” There are many things about my situation that are unknown. But I am confident that this verse will be fulfilled in my case. I know Jehovah will work things out in the best possible way.

We too remain confident that Jehovah will richly bless the faith and endurance of all those who choose to support his sovereignty.—Hebrews 11:6.

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May 18, 2022

Criminal case initiated
May 19, 2022

Home searched. Interrogated
June 6, 2022

Officially charged with participating in the activities of an extremist organization and placed under travel restrictions
May 29, 2023

Criminal trial began

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UPDATE—FINE IMPOSED | “Jehovah Will Work Things Out”

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