OCTOBER 30, 2015
RUSSIA
Statement on Criminal Trial of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Taganrog, Russia
The criminal case against Jehovah’s Witnesses in Taganrog is part of a growing pattern of religious opposition in Russia. The trial judge will soon pronounce his verdict. Will Russia imprison its own citizens merely for peacefully practicing their faith? This video statement by Mr. Gajus Glockentin, spokesman for the European Association of Jehovah’s Witnesses, urges respect for justice and religious freedom.
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