Council of Europe
intergovernmental organization
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View Timeline →Second Night of EU Supporters' Protests in Georgia; Police Fired Tear Gas
Protests erupted in Georgia against the government's suspension of EU membership negotiations, leading to police violence and widespread public outcry. President Salome Zourabichvili condemned the…
The Council of Europe Condemns the Supreme Court's Confirmation of Jamshid Sharmeh's Death Sentence
The Council of Europe condemned the Iranian Supreme Court's confirmation of Jamshid Sharmeh's death sentence, urging Iran to revoke it and respect his rights. Sharmeh,…
Council of Europe: Iran's Abuse of Interpol to Arrest Political Opponents
The Council of Europe has accused Iran and Russia of misusing Interpol to detain political opponents abroad, with the number of 'Red Notices' issued by…
Europe Welcomes Turkey's Decision to Abolish the Death Penalty - 2003-11-13
The Council of Europe has praised Turkey for abolishing the death penalty, viewing it as a significant step towards aligning with European standards. This decision…