
In July 2026, the European Court of Human Rights notified dozens of written judgments, decisions, and interim measures.
Notable actions included a Grand Chamber ruling scheduled in Jesus Pinhal v. Portugal on July 9, judgments addressing religious freedom and detention conditions, and scheduling a future hearing regarding unaccounted-for Ukrainian children in Crimea.
Key Judgments and Case Activity
- Jesus Pinhal v. Portugal (July 9, 2026): The Grand Chamber delivered a ruling concerning overlapping criminal and administrative proceedings brought against a former bank vice-chairman by financial authorities.
- Barsuk and Gyl v. Ukraine (July 9, 2026): A judgment involving Jehovah's Witnesses applicants addressing rights violations and state measures.
- S.T. v. the Czech Republic (July 16, 2026): A Chamber judgment addressing police obligations to protect life and properly investigate potential discriminatory use of force.
- G.K. and A.S. v. Switzerland: Noted for addressing overly formalistic approaches by authorities regarding vegan diet accessibility in detention.
- Interim Measures (Rule 39): The Court processed numerous emergency requests, including examining 60 requests between July 13 and 17, and another 67 requests between July 27 and 31, 2026.
- Hits: 10


