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Russian assets should be used to pay Ukraine potentially ‘billions’ in compensation after Strasbourg Court rulings
Russian state assets should be repurposed to pay Ukraine potentially “billions of euros” in compensation after two rulings against Russia by the European Court of Human Rights, according to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE). In two inter-state cases brought by Ukraine...
PACE warns of escalating Russian attacks in Europe, denounces its ‘sham elections’
PACE has warned of escalating Russian attacks in Europe, while at the same time urging Council of Europe member states to reject the recent “sham elections” in Russia and not to recognise the resulting State Duma. It also unequivocally condemned the illegal conduct of so-called elections in the...
PACE denounces threats to the International Criminal Court
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), meeting in plenary session in Strasbourg, expressed today its concern regarding attempts “to threaten and intimidate international judges and prosecutors of the International Criminal Court (ICC)”, by subjecting them to coercive measures...
Osman Kavala’s wife and lawyer speak at PACE hearing on recent developments in his case
The wife and lawyer of jailed Turkish businessman and philanthropist Osman Kavala were among those to address a public hearing at PACE on recent developments in his case, which took place this afternoon on the margins of the Assembly's autumn session in Strasbourg. Mr Kavala has been in prison in...
“The Council of Europe must respond to crises, without ever allowing urgency to take precedence over the law” – Isabelle Berro-Amadeï
The President of the Committee of Ministers addresses the Parliamentary Assembly
President Martins Seguro: Europe must not be a fortress but a space of freedom, dialogue and cooperation
Portuguese President delivers speech to Council of Europe’s Parliamentary Assembly
Countering the growing threats to media pluralism and the independence of the media
PACE today expressed its concern regarding “the growing threats to media pluralism and the independence of the media”, citing the increasing editorial control of the media sector by political and economic actors; the mounting pressure against public service media, the emergence of “news deserts...
Statement by committee on crisis in leadership, governance and integrity in international football
The PACE Committee on Culture, Science, Education and Media today made the following statement: “The committee expresses deep concern about recent governance and integrity issues surrounding FIFA, which raise renewed questions about transparency, accountability, human rights and good governance...
Countering growing threats to media pluralism and independence
Parliamentary Assembly calls for pan-European database of media ownership across continent
Democracy in Greece ‘firmly rooted and resilient’ but sustained efforts are needed to protect it, says PACE
While democracy in Greece remains firmly rooted and resilient, “sustained efforts and constructive political dialogue must converge to protect it and further entrench the rule of law”, the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe has concluded following a “periodic review” of the country...
Register of Damage for Ukraine now fully open for compensation claims
Claims can now be registered for people’s loss of access to healthcare and education, and damage to the country’s environment and natural resources
Cities and regions are crucial in the quest to stop human trafficking, says Congress Vice-President
“Municipalities and regions are indispensable in the fight against trafficking in human beings,” said Cecilia Dalman Eek (Sweden, SOC/G/PD), Congress Vice-President and...
PACE calls for systemic support for Ukrainian soldiers with disabilities and coherent veteran policies across Europe
“Support for veterans constitutes one of the greatest social challenges facing Ukraine,” PACE has said, calling for systemic, long-term support for Ukrainian soldiers who became disabled as a result of hostilities, alongside coherent and comprehensive policies to protect the rights and dignity of...
German Foreign Minister reaffirms Germany’s commitment to Council of Europe
Johann Wadephul wants strengthened Council of Europe as a pan-European voice for democracy, human rights and the rule of law
“The Council of Europe is building a common legal space for an order now in rupture” – Alain Berset
Secretary General addresses Parliamentary Assembly and takes questions from members
PACE elects Svjetlana Milišić-Veličkovski judge to the European Court of Human Rights in respect of Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) today elected Svjetlana Milišić-Veličkovski as judge to the European Court of Human Rights in respect of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Ms Milišić-Veličkovski, having obtained a majority of votes cast, is elected judge of the European Court of...
Election simulations give citizens across Bosnia and Herzegovina first-hand experience of new voting procedures
Thousands of citizens across Bosnia and Herzegovina had the opportunity to experience the new voting procedures ahead of the 2026 General Elections through a nationwide series of practical...
Taking child-friendly justice forward in Europe
Launch of Phase II of the Joint European Union -Council of Europe Project on Child-friendly Justice On 29 September 2026, the Children’s Rights Division of the Council of Europe and the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Justice and Consumers (DG JUST) launched Phase II of the joint...
Council of Europe to develop guidance on preventing sexual violence and harmful sexual behaviour by children
On 23 September 2026, the Committee of Experts on the prevention of violence (ENF-VAE) held a special hearing on preventing sexual violence and harmful sexual behaviour by children. Harmful...
New ECRI Factsheet on preventing and combating racism and intolerance in and through sports
The Secretariat of the European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI) published today a factsheet bringing together ECRI’s key recommendations on preventing and combating racism and...
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