NewzMichael O'Flaherty, the Commissioner for Human Rights of the Council of Europe, issued a formal call on October 24 to the organization's member states. He urged these nations to actively protect the right to peaceful assembly and ensure that police conduct during demonstrations remains strictly aligned with international human rights standards.
The appeal emphasizes the obligation of states to safeguard citizens during public protests. By addressing the necessity of human rights-compliant policing, the Commissioner aims to reinforce the protection of civil liberties across member territories during periods of public unrest.
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