Türkiye’s execution of ECHR judgments remains a significant concern, especially in cases that challenge governmental authority or restrict fundamental freedoms. Türkiye’s partial execution of ECHR judgments, particularly in cases involving freedom of expression, political dissent, and judicial independence, reflects systemic legal and institutional barriers.  Although limited progress has been made in areas that do not cause systemic or widespread rights violations, particularly those that avoid political controversy or do not challenge the government’s political agenda, the overall state of implementation is inadequate, highlighting systemic legal and political obstacles.

Hence, our report urges the Turkish government to take concrete and meaningful actions to:

• Ensure full compliance with ECtHR rulings consistent with its human rights obligations as enshrined under Article 90 of the Turkish Constitution and Article 46 of the European Convention on Human Rights,
• Undertake comprehensive reforms, aligning its domestic legislation and judicial practices with international standards as urged also by the Council of Europe Committee of Ministers regarding the implementation of the ECtHR’s judgment in Kavala case.

 

The report is available here