News 2026
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
Europe’s heritage is at risk: European Heritage Days 2026
Languages, built heritage, traditions, ancient sites all highlighted as vulnerable
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
From London to Strasbourg via Pretoria
Early life of Winston Churchill also led him to defend human rights
A continent and a city shaped by Churchill
How the British leader’s blood flows through the seat of the Council of Europe
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
European Court of Human Rights opens its doors to the public
Initiative to promote understanding of institution at heart of Europe’s rights system
“Dear democracy, our youth is yours”
Democracy is worth fighting for, say young people on the International Youth Day
Doctors spanning the information gap to boost health literacy in Armenia
Council of Europe helps develop a more accessible and inclusive health system in the country
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...
