European Court Rules Russia Guilty of Human Rights Violations in Crimea

Historic decision marks first judgment on merits in Ukraine's interstate case against Russia, covering violations from 2014 to 2022.

The European Court of Human Rights found Russia guilty of systematic human rights abuses in Crimea.
Judges cited a wide range of violations, including enforced disappearances, crimes against Crimean Tatars, and suppression of Ukrainian media.
The ruling is based on extensive evidence, including witness testimonies and NGO reports.
Russia, expelled from the Council of Europe in 2022, refuses to recognize the court's judgments.
Ukraine's officials hail the decision as a significant step towards justice and accountability.