Brother Igor Kasabov Given Two-Year Suspended Sentence

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Brother Igor Kasabov Given Two-Year Suspended Sentence

June 20, 2024


On May 14, 2024, the Oktyabrskiy District Court of Tambov convicted Brother Igor Kasabov. He was given a two-year suspended prison sentence. He is not required to go to prison at this time.


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Igor Kasabov

Born: 1955 (Baku, Azerbaijan)


Biography: Worked in the aviation industry. Now retired


Married Irina in 1981


Began to study the Bible with Jehovah’s Witnesses as a couple. They were happy to learn that God would restore peace and justice on earth. Both baptized in 1993


Personal Comments


Whose example in the Bible has encouraged you?


Whenever I start to feel down, I think of several people mentioned in the Bible, including Habakkuk. His example is especially encouraging because he had to learn to wait on Jehovah. I also am working on learning patience. Several years ago, my wife had a stroke and I had a heart attack. We are very limited in what we can do. But we are confident that Jehovah is still pleased with us. In fact, during this persecution, we feel as if Jehovah is closer to us than ever before. He still loves us, and this is very evident through all the help that he provides.


We are confident that Jehovah will continue to bless Igor and Irina as they continue to rely on Him for strength.—Habakkuk 3:19.


Time Line


April 11, 2023


Home searched. Electronic devices seized


April 12, 2023


Criminal case initiated


March 28, 2024


Criminal trial began


May 14, 2024


Convicted and given a two-year suspended prison sentence

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