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Will Sunak really bury Churchill’s proudest post-war creation?
Last week I attended the spring session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg. The parliamentarians from 46 European states, including former Tory ministers, voted to accept Kosovo into membership despite loud objections from Serbia.
Erdoğan, Özel hold talks in parliament, schedule follow-up meeting
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) leader Özgür Özel have engaged in discussions during a meeting held within the precincts of the Turkish parliament.
The encounter between Erdoğan and Özel transpired on April 23 as part of the commemoration of National Sovereignty and Children's Day.
Climate Activists Succeed in Key Case Against Switzerland at the ECHR
Today, climate activists achieved a significant legal triumph at the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR). The ruling, hailed as a significant victory, highlights the growing recognition of climate change as a human rights issue on the international stage.
Julian Assange's Last Chance to Challenge US Extradition
The fate of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange hangs in the balance as London's High Court gears up to deliver a pivotal ruling on his extradition to the United States. Set to be unveiled on Tuesday, this decision could mark the culmination of Assange's protracted legal battle within British courts, potentially paving the way for his transfer across the Atlantic.
The appeal of Beleris to declare his detention illegal was rejected by the Constitutional Court of Albania
The possibility of filing an appeal with the European Court of Human Rights is being considered
Bulgarians Firm on EU Membership Despite Growing Skepticism, Survey Finds
A recent study conducted by the "Alfa Research" agency unveils insights into Bulgarian sentiments regarding European Union (EU) membership and its policies. The survey, conducted from March 1 to 7, 2024, involved 1000 adult citizens across the country, shedding light on prevailing attitudes towards Bulgaria's EU affiliation and perceptions of EU governance.
Assange Trial: US Lawyers Argue Case Not About Politics
Lawyers representing the United States in the trial of Julian Assange asserted that the legal proceedings are centered on the publication of classified information, not Assange's political views. The hearing, taking place at London's High Court, marks Assange's final attempt to prevent his extradition to the US, with proceedings commencing on February 20.
Greek same-sex marriage law could face court challenges over surrogacy exclusion, experts warn
A new law in Greece allows same-sex couples to marry but excludes them from future parenthood through surrogate mothers, which could lead to it being challenged in court, according to legal experts.
ECHR condemns Greece for naming HIV-positive sex workers in 2012
The Strasbourg-based European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ordered Greece to pay 8,000 euros to an unaccompanied child refugee, who in 2018 was left without accommodation for six months.
The court ruled, unanimously, that there had been a violation of Article 3 of the European Convention on Human Rights on the prohibition of inhuman or degrading treatment.
European court slams Greece for naming and shaming HIV-positive sex workers in 2012
The European Court of Human Rights on Tuesday issued a scathing decision against Greece, rapping authorities for breaches of privacy, medical procedure and judicial due process, over a Health Ministry campaign in the spring of 2012 to name and shame sex workers who were found to be HIV positive after being forcibly tested for the disease.