In several European regions affected by past or ongoing conflicts, the achievement of human rights, democracy and the rule of law remains a challenge, with implications for reconciliation. The Commissioner works with national authorities to identify shortcomings and opportunities to promote justice, reparation, truth and non-recurrence.
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Srebrenica Genocide: Remember, honour and act
The year 2024 is the first time that 11 July is marked as International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica, following the adoption by the United Nations General Assembly of a resolution designating the day.
Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights, Michael O’Flaherty, stressed the importance of remembering, of honouring the victims, of countering the denial of genocide and the glorification of those who perpetrated it, and of acting to prevent gross human rights violations in the future. full article
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