News 2022
Despite progress, stronger action is needed to address online violence against women in Estonia
Council of Europe publishes new report on violence against women in Estonia
Deteriorating prison conditions in Belgium risk exposing people to inhuman treatment
Anti-torture committee highlights worsening overcrowding, violence and service provision
Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset to pay official visit to Latvia
Discussions to focus on Ukraine’s future, democratic security, and responses to new threats to democracy
Council of Europe highlights measures to protect women from violence amidst war in Ukraine
Challenges arising from Russia's war highlighted in first report since Ukraine’s ratification of Istanbul Convention
The wheel that turned Liechtenstein towards Europe
Parliamentarian’s gift became milestone on road to membership
New Council of Europe recommendation places education at the heart of response to AI
Citizens must understand AI's effects on society, not just knowing how the tools work
Register of Damage for Ukraine opens new categories of claims for compensation
Latest categories cover loss of cultural heritage, employment and business property
Three candidates shortlisted for the 2026 Václav Havel Prize
Prize recognises outstanding work in defence of human rights around the world
Progress in Romania in preventing police and prison ill-treatment, despite overcrowding
Council of Europe body raises concerns about poor conditions of detention in police stations
Secretary General Berset: “European unity is crucial in the face of geopolitical challenges”
Stability enjoyed since the end of Cold War is at risk
Accountability and democratic resilience prerequisites for durable peace in Ukraine – Alain Berset in Bled
Secretary General stresses organisation’s role in the Western Balkans and Slovenia’s engagement at Bled Strategic Forum
Monaco welcomes the ambassadors of the 46 Council of Europe member states
Thematic debate on “The environmental crisis through the lens of human rights” on the agenda
Secretary General to address Bled Strategic Forum on renewing democracy in Europe
Alain Berset to reiterate support for Ukraine, and hold bilateral meetings with Slovenian and other European leaders
Kazakhstan’s elections technically well prepared, but lacked political pluralism
Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe among international observers
Europe’s heritage is at risk: European Heritage Days 2026
Languages, built heritage, traditions, ancient sites all highlighted as vulnerable
Ukraine Independence Day: Council of Europe advances justice and accountability, strengthens support for Ukraine
Compensation mechanism and Special Tribunal move forward as new action plan on democratic security takes shape
United Kingdom: Group of States against Corruption evaluates anti-corruption measures in local government
United Kingdom: GRECO welcomes strong local integrity framework and identifies areas for improvement
“Dear democracy, our youth is yours”
Democracy is worth fighting for, say young people on the International Youth Day
European Court of Human Rights opens its doors to the public
Initiative to promote understanding of institution at heart of Europe’s rights system
Council of Europe Congress Spokesperson on Youth reaffirms commitment to supporting the aspirations of young people across Europe
Strasbourg, 11.08.2026 – “Young people across Europe come from different communities, cultures and backgrounds, yet they often share a common aspiration: to have a meaningful voice in...