Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset emphasized democratic security at the Dublin European Political Community summit, urging leaders to protect human rights while maintaining support for peace and justice.
Tag: Human Rights
World Forum for Democracy 2026 Priorities
The Council of Europe hosts the World Forum for Democracy 2026 in Strasbourg, advancing democratic foresight, addressing global threats, and presenting the New Democratic Pact for Europe alongside youth participation.
Navi Pillay Wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
Navanethem Navi Pillay was awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her historic work expanding international law and prosecuting genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity across global judicial institutions.
Nasrin Sotoudeh Wins 2026 Václav Havel Prize
Iranian lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh received the 2026 Václav Havel Human Rights Prize for defending activists and fighting compulsory hijab laws. Her daughter accepted the award at the Council of Europe.
Council of Europe Opens UN Observer Office
The Council of Europe has launched its first permanent UN Observer Office in New York to deepen global cooperation, promote international law, and advance human rights, democracy, and democratic security.
UN Demands Sri Lanka Human Rights Reforms
A comprehensive UN human rights report urges Sri Lanka to enact sweeping institutional reforms, halt state surveillance, suspend repressive anti-terror laws, and establish accountability for historical and ongoing custodial abuses.
Amnesty Exposes India Protest Police Violence
Amnesty International’s new digital investigation exposes unlawful and deadly police force against peaceful CJP-led protesters in India, revealing ongoing police impunity and a complete lack of accountability for security personnel.
European Court of Human Rights Open for Public
The European Court of Human Rights launches a new initiative, opening its doors to the public in Strasbourg every month to strengthen understanding of its crucial role in defending rights.