01/10/2025 | 18:51:33 Thank you, Mister President. Dear colleagues, From the very beginning, our political group has supported the establishment of a platform for dialogue with Russian democratic forces. We firmly believe it is our duty to maintain open channels of communication with those who oppose war and repression and who continue to defend democracy and human rights, whether in their homeland or in exile. At the same time, we cannot ignore a fundamental concern. The draft resolution introduces a series of... 01/10/2025 | 18:12:21 Thank you, Mister President. Today we are invited to take stock of Bulgaria's path under the post-monitoring dialogue. It is right to acknowledge the determination of Bulgarian institutions and society to confront deep-rooted challenges. The measures to reinforce accountability of the prosecutor general, the establishment of a stronger anti-corruption body, new protections for victims of domestic violence and actions to counter hate speech are not symbolic gestures. They demonstrate... 01/10/2025 | 10:20:33 Dear colleagues, The current situation in Serbia calls for our Assembly's attention and sense of responsibility. Demonstrations that began as expressions of grief and frustration have evolved into a wider mobilisation, reflecting legitimate concerns about democratic governance, media freedom and public accountability. While incidents of violence have been indeed reported, the majority of citizens have acted peacefully to voice their discontent. Our position must remain principled and forward... 30/09/2025 | 11:23:03 Mr Chairman, dear colleagues, Since the failed coup attempt in 2016, Türkiye is experiencing a steady decline in democracy and the rule of law. While Türkiye was under post monitoring, our Assembly took the unprecedented decision to put the country under full monitoring, the first such case in our history. This reflected the collapse of judicial independence, the suppression of the media and civil society and the systematic misuse of anti-terror legislation. The situation remains dire... 26/06/2025 | 17:54:22 Thank you, Mister President. Let me start by saying that it would have been more constructive if our interventions today were heard by the Georgian delegation, giving them the opportunity to respond. Our position has always been to promote dialogue and inclusivity. Without such engagement, how can we ensure that both statutory organs act in synergy, not unilaterally, when addressing clear violations by a member state? In January, the majority of the Assembly sanctioned the Georgian delegation... 25/06/2025 | 20:52:31 Mister Chairperson, Dear colleagues, Let me begin by sincerely thanking Ms Saskia KLUIT for this important report, which does not merely describe a technological transition, but confronts a deeper political and ethical question. Who controls energy, and for whose benefit? Today, energy has become both a tool of geopolitical leverage and an object of financial speculation across Europe. Private and strategic interests have seized control over resources and prices, transforming a basic social... 25/06/2025 | 18:48:42 Thank you, Mr Chair. Dear colleagues, let me begin by thanking the rapporteur for this timely and important report. Across Europe, in many Council of Europe member states, we see an alarming trend. Excessive police violence and mass arrests, not only during these protests, but even at peaceful demonstrations. This debate, focused on restoring the social contract as the foundation for protecting the right to peaceful assembly, is both timely and vital. The right to protest, dear colleagues... 25/06/2025 | 17:03:40 Thank you, Mr Chair. I will speak in Greek. I would like to start by saying that I am extremely satisfied because I can see colleagues from all political parties, from all ideological families, doing exactly what we are supposed to be doing here in this organisation. We need to be on the right side of history. And the right side of history is quite straightforward in this matter. We are a human rights organisation. We are an outfit which seeks to safeguard democracy and the rule of law. We... 25/06/2025 | 12:58:09 Thank you, Mister Chair. Mister Prime Minister, how do you intend to help safeguard the credibility of member states and the Council of Europe itself when geopolitical self-interest leads to double standards and selective sensitivity to violations of international law, even in the face of genocide, as in Gaza? Second question, in relation to Malta. As you already responded to the matter of Daphne Caruana GALIZIA, how do you respond in criticism as well about the reforms, and, as you said... 10/04/2025 | 18:59:29 Thank you, Madam Chair. Dear colleagues, I warmly thank Mr Antonio GUTIÉRREZ LIMONES for this important report. Today's discussion is not just about strengthening relations. It is about choosing the kind of internationalism we want to stand for. Europe and Latin America are bound by deep cultural and historical ties, but these must be transformed into a relationship based on solidarity, justice, and respect. For decades, the peoples of Latin America have fought with courage and dignity...