The Parliamentary Assembly's Recommendation highlights the growing concern of violence and hate speech against politicians in Europe, which threatens democratic participation and pluralism. It stresses the disproportionate targeting of women and minority representatives, underscoring the need for their protection to maintain a diverse political landscape. Referring to the Reykjavik Principles for Democracy and previous resolutions, the Assembly advocates for the Council of Europe to take a leading role in addressing this issue. It proposes the establishment of a mechanism to monitor and address threats, which would aid authorities in prevention efforts, raise awareness, and strengthen democratic security. Additionally, it calls for enhanced early warning systems to detect potential democratic setbacks.