European Convention on Human Rights Celebrates 75 Years

Concerns have been raised by ARTICLE 19 regarding Mark Zuckerberg's announcement to revise Meta's content moderation policies, suggesting the changes are politically motivated to appease conservative interests while potentially undermining human rights obligations. The International Court of Justice has ruled on an Azerbaijan v. Armenia case concerning ethnic discrimination, determining that its jurisdiction does not cover actions prior to 1996, which has implications for ongoing territorial conflicts. In Ethiopia, the Human Rights Commission has initiated consultations to promote regular migration pathways through international human rights instruments, emphasizing the need for comprehensive and gender-sensitive migration policies. Meanwhile, the European Convention on Human Rights marks its 75th anniversary, reinforcing its role as a fundamental legal framework for human rights across its signatory states. The EU is preparing to formalize its relationship with the Convention, aiming to enhance legal protections for over 700 million citizens. These developments collectively highlight ongoing dialogues surrounding human rights, governance, and political influences in various global contexts.