The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that Russia must pay €250 million to Georgia as compensation for damages caused during the 2008 conflict between the two countries. This landmark decision marks a significant legal victory for Georgia, which alleges that Russia violated human rights and committed acts of aggression during the five-day war. The ruling, announced on Le Monde.fr, underscores the ongoing tensions stemming from the conflict and sets a precedent for international accountability in disputes involving force and territorial sovereignty.
European Court Rules in Favor of Georgia in Landmark 2008 War Compensation Case
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has delivered a significant verdict, mandating Russia to compensate Georgia with €250 million for damages related to the 2008 conflict. This ruling, hailed as a landmark decision, marks a rare moment of judicial accountability in the wake of the brief but devastating war that led to thousands of displaced…
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Author : EURO-NEWS
Publish date : 2025-11-03 01:10:00
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