The European Court of Human Rights

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) is an international court based in Strasbourg, France, that hears cases related to human rights violations. It was established by the European Convention on Human Rights, which is a treaty aimed at protecting fundamental rights and freedoms in Europe. Individuals, groups, and states can bring cases to the court if they believe their rights have been violated by a member country. The ECHR's decisions are binding on those countries, influencing their laws and practices to better protect human rights across Europe.