This is not a football story. It is a story about rules. Who writes them. Whether they are applied. And who may change them. Read my comments in @politico.eu on why the debate around FIFA matters far beyond the pitch: www.politico.eu/newsletter/b...

Inside the EU’s crisis room

POLITICO’s must-read briefing on what’s driving the day in Brussels, by Gerardo Fortuna, Nicholas Vinocur and Gabriel Gavin. By GERARDO FORTUNA Send tips here | Follow us @gerardofortuna @Nic…

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A new IRIS report from the European Audiovisual Observatory @coe.int, "Copyright and AI training," examines how #AI systems are trained and what this means for copyright of the content we are inputting. Read more⤵️ www.coe.int/en/web/porta...

Remembering #Srebrenica. In July 1995, 8372 Bosniaks, mainly men & boys, were brutally killed in and around Srebrenica. The Srebrenica genocide is one of the darkest pages of European history.

En ce 14 juillet, fête nationale française, célébrons une valeur qui traverse les frontières et les générations : la liberté. Offerte par la France au Conseil de l’Europe en 1983, la tapisserie Liberty incarne cet idéal universel qui demeure au cœur du projet européen. www.coe.int/en/web/secre...

Our discussion with the Committee of Ministers focused on how San Marino’s democratic experience can help strengthen our common response to today’s challenges, from supporting Ukraine to reinforcing democratic security and the rule of law across Europe. 🧵2/2

This morning, I had the pleasure of welcoming the Captains Regent of San Marino, the country’s joint Heads of State, to the Council of Europe. 🧵1/2

The world is changing dramatically. Our institutions must adapt. An important conversation with Agenzia Nova on accountability for Russia's war against Ukraine, democratic security, migration, the Western Balkans and how @coe.int is adapting to a changing geopolitical landscape. Read here ↓

Ukraine, Berset to Nova: "Special tribunal provides unprecedented framework for determining accountability."

Ukraine, Berset to Nova: "Special tribunal provides unprecedented framework for determining responsibilities." Read more on Agenzia Nova.

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A pleasure to welcome my dear friend Giuliano da Empoli to the Council of Europe. Thank you for joining No Hate Speech Week and the Democracy Hackathon. Your reflections on democracy, technology and power challenged us to think with intention about the future we want to build.

On International Day for Countering Hate Speech, Council of Europe SG @alain-berset.coe.int has called for a stronger, collective response to hate speech and hate crime. “Hate online does not stop at borders, and neither can our answer.” Full statatement: www.coe.int/en/web/porta...

“Hate speech must be met with the law” – Alain Berset - Portal - www.coe.int

<p><strong>Secretary General’s discourse comes as part of International Day for countering hate speech</strong></p>

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Hate rushes into the space where conversation has broken down. Rebuilding that space is exactly what the New Democratic Pact for Europe is about. 🧵1/2

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Can technology help strengthen democracy?
  Today, the Council of Europe is bringing together innovators, democracy experts and digital thinkers to tackle online hate and build safer digital spaces.
  Hear form @alain-berset.coe.int, Giuliano da Empoli, Inbal Becker-Reshef and others.

The @coe.int, in collaboration with the Order of Journalists of Veneto, held today a training course in Venice: “Communicating #Europe Today.” The event showcased the CoE #VisibilityDays, with a focus on current issues and new initiatives from Strasbourg.

Now more than ever, the rule of law matters. It protects everyday life by ensuring fair rules and accountability – from renting a home to signing a job contract. As the rule of law comes under pressure, we must protect it. Read the explainer: go.coe.int/IW09C

Oggi #2giugno la Repubblica italiana compie 80 anni. Buona Festa della Repubblica #Italia

Young innovators across Europe: if you are a coder, designer or democracy expert, join the @coe.int Democracy Hackathon and help shape safer online spaces! You have the creativity, talent and democratic spirit to turn ideas into real democratic solutions, and we’ll help you bring them to life.

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Can you code, design or are you a democracy expert? Register for CoE’s Democracy Hackathon! Build innovative tools to fight hate speech for the New Democratic Pact for Europe, get expert mentorship and win a share of a €50,000 Microsoft grant. 👉 democracyhackathon.coe.int

As Secretary General of the @coe.int, each year I publish a report on the state of democracy, human rights and the rule of law in Europe. This year’s report provides a state of play of progress under the New Democratic Pact for Europe. Read it here: www.coe.int/en/web/porta...

22 international film co-productions that were made with the support of the @coe.int have been selected for the 79th #Cannes Film Festival. The films were made with funding from #Eurimages – the cultural support fund of the Council of Europe. ⤵️ www.coe.int/en/web/porta...

The European Audiovisual Observatory @coe.int has published a major new comparative study co-financed by the European Commission @ec.europa.eu : "Stricter and more detailed national rules for audiovisual commercial communications." www.obs.coe.int/en/web/obser...

Do you have an initiative that strengthens democracy? The World Forum for Democracy returns for its 14th edition on 2–4 November 2026, and the call for initiatives is now open! Check the concept note to learn more about this year’s topic ⤵️ www.coe.int/en/web/world...

🏆 Reggio Emilia wins the 2026 Europe Prize! Awarded by @pace.coe.int for outstanding commitment to promoting the European ideal. Reggio Emilia demonstrates how cities can bring European citizenship to life. pace.coe.int/en/news/1027...

There is energy and a clear will to shape what comes next. The New Democratic Pact is the space for this. Bring your ideas. Take part. If the Pact built with the active participation of parliaments and civil society, it will strengthen how institutions and people work together.

The European Audiovisual Observatory @coe.int has just published a new report mapping the independence of media regulators across #Europe www.obs.coe.int/en/web/obser...

The 2026 #Europe Prize 🏆has been awarded by the @pace.coe.int to the city of Reggio Emilia in #Italy. This Prize is awarded each year to the city that has been most active in promoting the European ideal. pace.coe.int/en/news/1027...

The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe meets this week, bringing together elected representatives from the national parliaments of our member states. I look forward to a series of important meetings and exchanges.

The @coe.int Committee of Ministers has adopted a new Recommendation to member states on online safety and empowerment of users and content creators, establishing a comprehensive human rights-based approach to platform accountability across Europe ⤵️ www.coe.int/en/web/porta...

The power of sport in preventing conflict and fostering reconciliation is undeniable—especially for children growing up in fragile and conflict-affected environments. Sport plays a key role in promoting inclusion and building more peaceful societies. #WhiteCard

Great meeting San Marino’s MFA Luca Beccari. I value San Marino’s strong commitment to the @coe.int. Its ability to turn standards into action is how we deliver real impact. In a fast-moving world, its centuries-long experience and clear voice are essential to keep @coe.int grounded and relevant.

It is a great honour to be in San Marino at such a solemn moment in its democratic life, marking the appointment of the Captains Regent.

SG @alain-berset.coe.int visits San Patrignano and San Marino this week. From supporting innovative approaches to addiction treatment to attending the Investiture Ceremony of the Captains Regent - a visit focused on democracy, cooperation and community. www.coe.int/en/web/porta...

Happening on 26 March: SG @alain-berset.coe.int opens the new convention dedicated to independent drama-series co‑productions. The Council of Europe opens a new chapter for culture and democracy. Learn more: www.coe.int/en/web/porta...

Happening now: 50 delegations from different European countries gathered in Chișinău for the Conference on social rights - the European Social Charter. Watch live: www.coe.int/en/web/europ...