The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe has adopted Resolution 2557, condemning the Russian Federation's ongoing aggression against Ukraine, which began in 2014 and escalated in 2022. The Assembly emphasizes the need for accountability and calls for the establishment of a compensation mechanism and a special tribunal to prosecute those responsible for war crimes. It advocates for enhanced sanctions against Russia, targeting key sectors of its economy, including oil, gas, and military industries, while addressing loopholes that allow circumvention of these measures. The Assembly also urges member states to strengthen compliance, expand sanctions, and improve coordination to effectively counter the aggression and support Ukraine's recovery. Additionally, it expresses concern over the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics and encourages ongoing initiatives to implement sanctions effectively.