Swiss women win landmark climate victory at human rights court
The verdicts will set a precedent for future litigation on how rising temperatures affect people's right to a liveable planet.
Tue Apr 09 2024
European rights court rules Dutch, Ukraine cases against Russia are admissible
The Netherlands argued that Russia played a key role in the downing of MH17.
Wed Jan 25 2023
Putin signs law on non-compliance with ECHR decisions
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a bill into law on non-compliance by Russia with the rulings of the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR), the Kremlin said Saturday.
Sun Jun 12 2022
EU court keeps Hamas on terrorism list, removes Tamil Tigers
The lower court had found that the listing was based on media and internet reports rather than decisions by a "competent authority".
Thu Jul 27 2017
Muslim girls must attend mixed swim class - European Rights Court
The ruling by the court was a first on the specific issue of religious beliefs versus school rules where sport is part of obligatory activities.
Tue Jan 10 2017
MH17 victim families sue Putin, Russia in European rights court
Families of victims of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17, are suing President Vladimir Putin and Russia for Aus$10 million each.
Sat May 21 2016
Family of MH17 victim sues Ukraine
The mother of a victim of downed MH17 has begun legal proceedings against Ukraine at the European Court of Human Rights.
Sun Nov 30 2014
Pussy Riot case lodged with top Europe court
Two jailed members of punk band Pussy Riot have taken their case to the European Court of Human Rights.
Thu Feb 07 2013