Switzerland told it must do better on climate after older women's ECHR winSwitzerland's climate plans must be more ambitious to meet a European court ruling on greenhouse gas emissions.
Top European rights court says Russia responsible for breaching rights in Crimea after 2014 takeoverEurope's top human rights court ruled Russia responsible for a series of human rights violations in Crimea since 2014 annexation.
Switzerland told it must do better on climate after older women's ECHR winSwitzerland's climate plans must be more ambitious to meet a European court ruling on greenhouse gas emissions.
Top European rights court says Russia responsible for breaching rights in Crimea after 2014 takeoverEurope's top human rights court ruled Russia responsible for a series of human rights violations in Crimea since 2014 annexation.
Monaco court annuls charges against Dmitry RybolovlevMonaco Court of Appeal dismissed criminal proceedings against Dmitry Rybolovlev, concluding a significant legal battle with Yves Bouvier.
European court condemns France over death of anti-dam protesterRemi Fraisse's death led to a significant ruling by the ECHR regarding police accountability and the use of potentially lethal force.
Divorcee who stopped having sex with husband wins appeal in major legal milestoneThe ECHR ruled that the French courts violated a woman's rights regarding her private and family life, sparking renewed debate on women's rights in France.
European court condemns France over death of anti-dam protesterRemi Fraisse's death led to a significant ruling by the ECHR regarding police accountability and the use of potentially lethal force.
Divorcee who stopped having sex with husband wins appeal in major legal milestoneThe ECHR ruled that the French courts violated a woman's rights regarding her private and family life, sparking renewed debate on women's rights in France.
French woman who refused sex with husband not to blame for divorce, rights court saysThe European Court of Human Rights upheld that blaming a woman for divorce due to lack of sex violates her human rights.
The Most Personal Climate Case in the WorldAustrian man sues government, claiming climate crisis violates his human rights due to his vulnerability to heat as an MS patient.
European court rules against Greece over migrant's illegal deportation, calls practice 'systematic'The European Court of Human Rights condemned Greece for illegal deportations, emphasizing the necessity of fair treatment for migrants.
Greece guilty of systematic' pushback of asylum seekers, ECHR rulesGreece has been found guilty of systematic pushbacks of asylum seekers, marking a significant judgment by the European court.
Sex not part of woman's 'marital duties,' court rules in divorce caseThe European Court of Human Rights ruled a Frenchwoman should not have been held accountable for not having sex during her marriage.
European court rules on cases seeking to force countries to meet climate goalsThe European Court of Human Rights ruled that member nations must protect citizens from climate change effects.The court's judgments will have a significant impact on future climate change-related lawsuits in the Council of Europe's member states.
Top European court hands Swiss women victory in landmark climate rulingThe European Court of Human Rights ruled that Switzerland's efforts to combat climate change were inadequate, violating fundamental human rights.The verdict could set a precedent for addressing climate cases in other countries and regions.
The Most Personal Climate Case in the WorldAustrian man sues government, claiming climate crisis violates his human rights due to his vulnerability to heat as an MS patient.
European court rules against Greece over migrant's illegal deportation, calls practice 'systematic'The European Court of Human Rights condemned Greece for illegal deportations, emphasizing the necessity of fair treatment for migrants.
Greece guilty of systematic' pushback of asylum seekers, ECHR rulesGreece has been found guilty of systematic pushbacks of asylum seekers, marking a significant judgment by the European court.
Sex not part of woman's 'marital duties,' court rules in divorce caseThe European Court of Human Rights ruled a Frenchwoman should not have been held accountable for not having sex during her marriage.
European court rules on cases seeking to force countries to meet climate goalsThe European Court of Human Rights ruled that member nations must protect citizens from climate change effects.The court's judgments will have a significant impact on future climate change-related lawsuits in the Council of Europe's member states.
Top European court hands Swiss women victory in landmark climate rulingThe European Court of Human Rights ruled that Switzerland's efforts to combat climate change were inadequate, violating fundamental human rights.The verdict could set a precedent for addressing climate cases in other countries and regions.
Top France court upholds Nicolas Sarkozy's corruption convictionSarkozy plans to appeal his corruption conviction to the European Court of Human Rights while asserting his innocence.
With the Kovacevic ruling, let justice be done for Bosnia's democracyThe European Court of Human Rights must uphold its ruling on Bosnia's constitution to affirm justice over political interests.
European court rejects ex-Tory MP's human rights claimThe European Court upheld the parliamentary inquiry against Owen Paterson, affirming the importance of maintaining lobbying rules.
EU agency finds 'widespread rights violations' at borders DW 07/30/2024The FRA report highlights migrant abuse, lack of investigations, and hindered legal processes in EU border countries, leading to fear and intimidation among migrants.
When Rishi Sunak speaks, the nation shrugs. There's no coming back from that | Rafael BehrRishi Sunak employs divisive strategies to undermine his own party's unity and public support.Sunak strategically navigates policy positions to avoid alienating various factions within the Conservative party.
El Tribunal Europeo critica a Suiza en materia de clima en una sentencia historicaThe European Court of Human Rights ruled that Switzerland violated human rights by not doing enough to combat climate change.This landmark decision could empower activists to hold governments accountable using human rights legislation.
Russia-backed borders in Georgia condemned by rights court DW 04/09/2024Russia violated human rights charter by setting up borders blocking movement from breakaway regions into Georgia.ECHR condemns Russia's actions of border enforcement between Georgia and breakaway regions Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
Top EU Court Rules Swiss Climate Inaction Violates Human Rights in Landmark CaseThe European Court of Human Rights ruled Switzerland violated senior citizens' rights by not taking sufficient action on climate change.Switzerland is warming at twice the global average rate, and its climate policies are classified as insufficient by the Climate Action Tracker.
Is climate change action a human right? A European court will rule for the first timeThe European Court of Human Rights is hearing landmark climate change cases to enforce reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.This session marks the first time an international court will rule on climate change, potentially setting a precedent for global climate action.
Top EU Court Rules Swiss Climate Inaction Violates Human Rights in Landmark CaseThe European Court of Human Rights ruled Switzerland violated senior citizens' rights by not taking sufficient action on climate change.Switzerland is warming at twice the global average rate, and its climate policies are classified as insufficient by the Climate Action Tracker.
Is climate change action a human right? A European court will rule for the first timeThe European Court of Human Rights is hearing landmark climate change cases to enforce reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.This session marks the first time an international court will rule on climate change, potentially setting a precedent for global climate action.