Council of Europe.
International organisation founded in 1949
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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The European Commission monitors racism and intolerance within the Czech Republic, operating as an independent body of the Council of Europe.Some support1 report
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The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe adopted a resolution on democratic institutions and urged Serbia to meet Council of Europe standards.Some support2 reports
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The European Court of Human Rights and Council of Europe are involved in institutional updates, including plans by Kemi Badenoch's party to withdraw from the ECHR.Some support1 report
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The Council of Europe released a standards guide regarding media policy, involving Hungary.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Baltic Assembly and Baltic states reaffirmed their solidarity with Ukraine during a conference involving Council of Europe members.Some support1 report
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The Council of Europe held various debates on human rights, democracy, and specific issues involving countries like Azerbaijan and Georgia.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Council of Europe hosted a forum today to discuss the current state of democracy across Europe.Some support1 report
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Azerbaijan is negotiating with EU member states and considering leaving the Council of Europe, while also expanding gas supply to Austria and Germany.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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The EU signed a protocol with the Council of Europe, with several nations including Georgia, Greece, and Hungary joining as signatories.Some support1 report
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Abrudean attended a European conference where bilateral talks highlighted Romanian-Israeli relations and security challenges.Some support1 report
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The Council of Europe is functioning through its presidency cycle, which is currently hosted by Monaco, involving officials like Alain Berset.Some support4 reports4 developments inside
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Monaco signed a new treaty with the Council of Europe on October 15, 2026.Some support1 report
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Council of Europe and Congress collaborated on environmental law on October 13, 2026.Some support1 report
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Petteri Orpo will present measures at the European Council, while Finland plans to urge Council of Europe action on security matters.Some support1 report
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GRECO examined corruption prevention efforts within Denmark.Some support1 report
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A committee monitors prison conditions in Cyprus as part of a joint project funded by the Council of Europe.Some support2 reports
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The Council of Europe received concerns regarding NGO funding changes and called for a sustainable public support framework involving Slovenian bodies.Some support1 report
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Curaçao supervises European Court of Human Rights judgments, while the Council of Europe supports local reforms.Some support1 report
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International pressure led to the creation of Specialist Chambers addressing differing approaches to justice and accountability in the Kosovo-Serbia region.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Kazakhstan ratified the European Convention on Mutual Assistance, while Maurice Kay commented on the litigation conduct of former BTA Bank chairman Mukhtar Ablyazov.Some support1 report
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The Verkhovna Rada is considering bill amendments, and the Council of Europe has advised against signing the bill.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Max Lucks, serving as rapporteur for the Council of Europe, discussed an MoU and investigated the human rights situation in Iran.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Iranian authorities restrict human rights work. Praised Sotoudeh's work against Iranian laws.Some support1 report
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Pashinyan's majority replaced court members in Armenia, a country that falls under ECHR jurisdiction and is a member of the Council of Europe.Some support4 reports
One to three months ago
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Council of Europe warns Europe about hybrid warfare as Trump's administration bans CNN and Congress debates policy.Some support1 report
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Europe is facing aggression and security challenges, according to recent reports.Well supported5 reports7 developments inside
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EEAS and the Council of Europe held cultural events in response to Russia's invasion.Some support1 report
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Council of Europe official warns of hybrid warfare threats and received an honorary doctorate from the University of Fribourg.Some support1 report
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Georgia extradited wanted individuals on drug charges and was expelled from the Council of Europe in 2022.Some support1 report
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Naomi Cachia addressed the Council of Europe and participated in protests and parliamentary actions following a journalist's murder in Malta.Some support1 report
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The government of Hungary is facing a constitutional crisis as PM Péter Magyar's actions precipitate a major political standoff with international advisory bodies.Well supported21 reports4 developments inside
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The Council of Europe's headquarters are in Strasbourg, and its membership path is linked to the United Nations, including Liechtenstein's journey.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Belarusian regime challenges international norms and security, affecting the Council of Europe's mandate, as highlighted by Latvia.Some support1 report
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The Council of Europe drafted the Convention on Cybercrime on March 2, 2016.Some support1 report
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Margus Tsahkna held bilateral meetings discussing European security and strengthening NATO's eastern flank.Some support2 reports
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Akhvlediani funds political projects and criticizes the Council of Europe's funding choices.Some support1 report
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Representatives from the Council of Europe were invited to a meeting in Yerevan, where faction MPs Artur Khachatryan and Lilit Galstyan were present.Some support1 report
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The European Court of Human Rights administers the Convention established by the Council of Europe.Some support3 reports
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Council of Europe acknowledged the illegal occupation of Crimea and supported Ukraine's democratic resilience.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Council of Europe reports on violence against women in Estonia.Some support1 report
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A commissioner noted human rights scandals are occurring across the continent, referencing an institute based in Berlin and the broader European trend.Some support1 report
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Civil society groups, including the Danish Refugee Council and Council of Europe, are criticizing EU migration policy as high-level discussions regarding an overhaul of the policy take place in Denmark.Some support2 reports
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Russia's actions led to its expulsion from the Council of Europe and the termination of its applications before the European Court of Human Rights.Some support1 report
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Council of Europe addresses the crime of aggression against Ukraine, reinforcing common legal space via the European Court of Human Rights.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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The Council of Europe reports on Ukraine's implementation of measures related to the conflict.Some support3 reports
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The Council of Europe monitors the human rights situation in Romania.Some support2 reports
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Slovakia joins a commission under the Council of Europe, with PM Fico defying Moscow's warning against the move.Some support1 report
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The Council of Europe discussed shared issues of modern slavery and labor exploitation, investigating enforcement failures in Europe.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Maximilian Krah advocated for the resolution of the Cyprus problem during discussions at the Council of Europe.Some support1 report
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European political bodies, including the Council of Europe, are cooperating with Belarusian democratic forces.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Council of Europe challenged FIFA's integrity while discussing the co-hosting of the 2030 World Cup by Morocco, Spain, Portugal, and South America.Some support1 report4 developments inside
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Council of Europe sets high-risk prison capacity thresholds while the Irish Prison Service manages the system in Ireland.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Assess human rights compliance in residential care centres and integrated exercises to curb illegal migration in Romania.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Recommendations are being made regarding long-term care system reforms in Romania, monitored by the Council of Europe Commissioner.Some support3 reports
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David helped build the welfare state.Some support1 report
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Türkiye is appointing a permanent representative to the Council of Europe.Some support2 reports
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Sinn Féin debated a motion regarding AI funding, endorsed by Danny O’Donoghue, while Ireland holds the Council of Europe presidency.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Monaco hosts the Presidency of the Committee of Ministers, while the Council of Europe addresses how Russia's war in Ukraine challenges international order.Some support1 report
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International bodies are discussing geopolitical crises, including the illegality of the Strait of Hormuz blockade, sanctions against Russia's military-industrial complex, and accession talks to the Council of Europe.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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MONEYVAL assessed Armenia's compliance with Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing standards.Some support1 report
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Around Council of Europe this week
News at the entities that move Council of Europe most-
Monaco StructuralMichel Boeri, president of the Automobile Club of Monaco, discussed future track plans for the Monaco Formula 1 circuit.Moves Council of Europe
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Armenia StructuralSenegal, Jamaica, and Armenia participated in various UN-related meetings on October 25, 2026.Moves Council of Europe
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European Court of Human Rights StructuralIlie Bolojan discussed Romania's economic situation while an ECHR ruling impacted the Romanian judiciary.Moves Council of Europe
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Bulgaria OperationalContship Jet operates the Levant-Black Sea Express route from Ashdod and Haifa, with a stop in Egypt.Moves Council of Europe
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North Macedonia StructuralSerbian influence is growing in North Macedonia.Moves Council of Europe
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Ireland StructuralA documentary about Ireland's population was fronted, and individuals gave interviews to the Irish Independent.Moves Council of Europe
Connections
The 40 strongest of 124, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Alain Berset Structural
Alain Berset serves as the Secretary General of the Council of Europe.
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Monaco Structural
Monaco holds a formal leadership role and is a member state of the Council of Europe.
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Armenia Structural
Armenia is a formal member state of the Council of Europe, subjecting it to the organization's standards and oversight.
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European Court of Human Rights Structural
The ECHR is an institution operating under the Council of Europe, administering conventions and drawing on its legal framework.
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Turkey Structural
Turkey is a member state of the Council of Europe, which monitors and evaluates its actions and may impose sanctions.
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Isabelle Berro-Amadeï Structural
Isabelle Berro-Amadeï holds the formal position of Foreign Minister within the Council of Europe.
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Michael O’Flaherty Structural
Michael O’Flaherty serves as a human rights commissioner within the Council of Europe.
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Mihai Popșoi Structural
Mihai Popșoi serves as the President of the Council of Europe, holding the highest leadership office within the organization.
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Michael O'Flaherty Structural
Michael O'Flaherty serves as Commissioner for the Council of Europe, monitoring human rights in member states.
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Swiss Shared context
Swiss served as the chief executive officer of the Council of Europe during the observed period.
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Türkiye Structural
Türkiye maintains a formal representative role within the Council of Europe and must implement its recommendations.
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European Commission Structural
The European Commission functions as an independent monitoring body of the Council of Europe.
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Georgia Structural
The Council of Europe formally oversees Georgia's democratic institutions through membership and penal review.
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Azerbaijan Operational
The Council of Europe actively monitors and scrutinizes Azerbaijan's compliance with international standards, leading Azerbaijan to consider withdrawal.
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Tamás Sulyok Structural
Sulyok utilizes the Council of Europe's established processes, including the Venice Commission, for his appeals and requests.
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Hungary Structural
Hungary is a member state of the Council of Europe, which formally assesses its national laws and provides expert advice on legislative matters.
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Serbia Structural
Serbia is subject to the standards and scrutiny of the Council of Europe.
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Romania Structural
The Council of Europe formally monitors Romania's adherence to international standards regarding human rights and financial compliance.
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John Major Operational
The Council of Europe applied international pressure that contributed to the government's decision to accept devolution.
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Center for Civil Liberties Structural
The Center for Civil Liberties formally submits reports to the Council of Europe, indicating a governance or oversight relationship.
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North Macedonia Structural
North Macedonia is a member state of the Council of Europe.
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Ireland Structural
Ireland holds the presidency of the Council of Europe, establishing a formal leadership and working relationship.
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Europe Shared context
The Council of Europe operates within the continent of Europe, setting standards and monitoring regional political and human rights issues.
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Pieter Omtzigt Transactional
Pieter Omtzigt served in a specific, functional capacity as a special rapporteur for the Council of Europe.
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Convention on Cybercrime Structural
The Council of Europe drafted the Convention on Cybercrime, establishing its existence.
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Manfred Weber Operational
Manfred Weber's leadership views are reflected upon within the context of the Council of Europe's work during the current crisis.
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Latvia Structural
Latvia is a member state that participates in initiatives of the Council of Europe.
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Denmark Structural
The Council of Europe monitors and examines issues within Denmark, indicating a formal regulatory relationship.
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Reykjavík Transactional
Reykjavík served as the host city for the 4th Summit of Heads of State of the Council of Europe in 2023.
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Bulgaria Operational
Bulgaria engages with the Council of Europe regarding the monitoring and evaluation of its national processes, such as elections and reforms.
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Naomi Cachia Transactional
Naomi Cachia addressed the Council of Europe regarding the murder of a journalist.
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Belarus Operational
The Council of Europe actively advocates for the abolition of Belarus and its internal issues impact the Council's mandate.
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Lithuania Structural
Lithuania is formally evaluated by the Council of Europe regarding its adherence to international standards on anti-corruption.
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Morocco Operational
Morocco participates in the Council of Europe, sharing experiences on issues such as food challenges and election outcomes.
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Armaz Akhvlediani Transactional
The Council of Europe provides financial support for political projects undertaken by Armaz Akhvlediani.
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European Broadcasting Union Structural
EBU must align its operational standards with those set by the Council of Europe.
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Neil Holland Operational
Neil Holland's office actively supports the Council of Europe's human rights agenda.
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Switzerland Operational
Switzerland actively promotes complementarity and cooperation with the Council of Europe in international governance.
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FIFA Operational
The Council of Europe has actively challenged FIFA regarding its integrity.
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Jimmy Lai Transactional
The Council of Europe formally requested Jimmy Lai to participate in a debate regarding his case.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
14 events- The European Commission monitors racism and intolerance within the Czech Republic, operating as an independent body of the Council of Europe.
- The European Court of Human Rights and Council of Europe are involved in institutional updates, including plans by Kemi Badenoch's party to withdraw from the ECHR.
- The Council of Europe released a standards guide regarding media policy, involving Hungary.
- Baltic Assembly and Baltic states reaffirmed their solidarity with Ukraine during a conference involving Council of Europe members.
- The Council of Europe hosted a forum today to discuss the current state of democracy across Europe.
- The EU signed a protocol with the Council of Europe, with several nations including Georgia, Greece, and Hungary joining as signatories.
- Abrudean attended a European conference where bilateral talks highlighted Romanian-Israeli relations and security challenges.
- Monaco signed a new treaty with the Council of Europe on October 15, 2026.
- Council of Europe and Congress collaborated on environmental law on October 13, 2026.
- Petteri Orpo will present measures at the European Council, while Finland plans to urge Council of Europe action on security matters.
- GRECO examined corruption prevention efforts within Denmark.
- The Council of Europe received concerns regarding NGO funding changes and called for a sustainable public support framework involving Slovenian bodies.
- Curaçao supervises European Court of Human Rights judgments, while the Council of Europe supports local reforms.
- Kazakhstan ratified the European Convention on Mutual Assistance, while Maurice Kay commented on the litigation conduct of former BTA Bank chairman Mukhtar Ablyazov.
September 2026
21 events- International pressure led to the creation of Specialist Chambers addressing differing approaches to justice and accountability in the Kosovo-Serbia region.
- Iranian authorities restrict human rights work. Praised Sotoudeh's work against Iranian laws.
- Council of Europe warns Europe about hybrid warfare as Trump's administration bans CNN and Congress debates policy.
- EEAS and the Council of Europe held cultural events in response to Russia's invasion.
- Council of Europe official warns of hybrid warfare threats and received an honorary doctorate from the University of Fribourg.
- Georgia extradited wanted individuals on drug charges and was expelled from the Council of Europe in 2022.
- Naomi Cachia addressed the Council of Europe and participated in protests and parliamentary actions following a journalist's murder in Malta.
- The Council of Europe's headquarters are in Strasbourg, and its membership path is linked to the United Nations, including Liechtenstein's journey.
- Belarusian regime challenges international norms and security, affecting the Council of Europe's mandate, as highlighted by Latvia.
- The Council of Europe drafted the Convention on Cybercrime on March 2, 2016.
- Margus Tsahkna held bilateral meetings discussing European security and strengthening NATO's eastern flank.
- Akhvlediani funds political projects and criticizes the Council of Europe's funding choices.
- Representatives from the Council of Europe were invited to a meeting in Yerevan, where faction MPs Artur Khachatryan and Lilit Galstyan were present.
- The European Court of Human Rights administers the Convention established by the Council of Europe.
- Council of Europe reports on violence against women in Estonia.
- A commissioner noted human rights scandals are occurring across the continent, referencing an institute based in Berlin and the broader European trend.
- Civil society groups, including the Danish Refugee Council and Council of Europe, are criticizing EU migration policy as high-level discussions regarding an overhaul of the policy take place in Denmark.
- Russia's actions led to its expulsion from the Council of Europe and the termination of its applications before the European Court of Human Rights.
- The Council of Europe reports on Ukraine's implementation of measures related to the conflict.
- The Council of Europe monitors the human rights situation in Romania.
- Slovakia joins a commission under the Council of Europe, with PM Fico defying Moscow's warning against the move.
August 2026
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July 2026
12 events- Azerbaijan is negotiating with EU member states and considering leaving the Council of Europe, while also expanding gas supply to Austria and Germany.
- The Verkhovna Rada is considering bill amendments, and the Council of Europe has advised against signing the bill.
- Pashinyan's majority replaced court members in Armenia, a country that falls under ECHR jurisdiction and is a member of the Council of Europe.
- The Council of Europe discussed shared issues of modern slavery and labor exploitation, investigating enforcement failures in Europe.
- Council of Europe challenged FIFA's integrity while discussing the co-hosting of the 2030 World Cup by Morocco, Spain, Portugal, and South America.
- Council of Europe sets high-risk prison capacity thresholds while the Irish Prison Service manages the system in Ireland.
- Recommendations are being made regarding long-term care system reforms in Romania, monitored by the Council of Europe Commissioner.
- David helped build the welfare state.
- Türkiye is appointing a permanent representative to the Council of Europe.
- Sinn Féin debated a motion regarding AI funding, endorsed by Danny O’Donoghue, while Ireland holds the Council of Europe presidency.
- Monaco hosts the Presidency of the Committee of Ministers, while the Council of Europe addresses how Russia's war in Ukraine challenges international order.
- MONEYVAL assessed Armenia's compliance with Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing standards.
June 2026
11 events- The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe adopted a resolution on democratic institutions and urged Serbia to meet Council of Europe standards.
- The Council of Europe held various debates on human rights, democracy, and specific issues involving countries like Azerbaijan and Georgia.
- The Council of Europe is functioning through its presidency cycle, which is currently hosted by Monaco, involving officials like Alain Berset.
- A committee monitors prison conditions in Cyprus as part of a joint project funded by the Council of Europe.
- Max Lucks, serving as rapporteur for the Council of Europe, discussed an MoU and investigated the human rights situation in Iran.
- The government of Hungary is facing a constitutional crisis as PM Péter Magyar's actions precipitate a major political standoff with international advisory bodies.
- Council of Europe acknowledged the illegal occupation of Crimea and supported Ukraine's democratic resilience.
- Council of Europe addresses the crime of aggression against Ukraine, reinforcing common legal space via the European Court of Human Rights.
- European political bodies, including the Council of Europe, are cooperating with Belarusian democratic forces.
- Assess human rights compliance in residential care centres and integrated exercises to curb illegal migration in Romania.
- International bodies are discussing geopolitical crises, including the illegality of the Strait of Hormuz blockade, sanctions against Russia's military-industrial complex, and accession talks to the Council of Europe.