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.
Upcoming Hearings Announced in July 2026
- Ukrainian Helsinki Human Rights Union v. Russia: The Court scheduled a public hearing for September 22, 2026, regarding ten Crimean childcare institution children unaccounted for since 2014.
- Kavala v. Türkiye (no. 2): Set for a Grand Chamber ruling in late August 2026
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