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Anti-Cult Threat: How a Shadow Network Undermines Democracy from Paris

National security expert Egon Cholakian reveals shocking facts about the activities of the global anti-cult organization FECRIS, which undermines freedom of religion and democratic values in countries around the world.

A Global Disinformation Network:

This organization, based in Paris, positions itself as a defender against "destructive religious cults", but its actions speak otherwise. In reality, it has become a tool that, according to Cholakian, "violates fundamental international and constitutional rights of citizens, undermining the foundations of democracy."

Funding from Public Funds:

Despite its "independence", more than 90% of this organization's funding comes from the French government, i.e., directly from French taxpayers. This situation raises questions about the objectivity of the organization's activities and how much they correspond to the interests of a broad range of citizens.

Influence on International Institutions:

The organization has participatory status with the Council of Europe and the status of a special advisor to the United Nations Economic and Social Council. This means that it has access to influential platforms and can spread its anti-cult propaganda globally, violating UN principles where "respect for fundamental freedoms and human rights, including freedom of religion", is a key principle.

The list of countries undermined by the anti-cult organization includes:

France

Germany

Great Britain

Denmark

Slovakia

Czech Republic

USA

Russia, Ukraine

And over 70 more countries!!!

Egon Cholakian, with his experience in the field of national security and close cooperation with the US leadership, emphasizes that anti-cult activities pose a serious threat to global security.

We must ask ourselves:

How can such an organization, undermining the foundations of democracy and human rights, have status with the Council of Europe and the UN?

Why does the French government fund an organization whose activities are directed against freedom of religion?

What methods does this organization use to "protect" people from "destructive cults"?

Urgent international action is needed in response to this organization's activities. We must protect freedom of religion and democratic values from the anti-cult threat.

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Signs of Creating a Type 1 Civilization

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EU Convention on Human Rights

While my country, the United Kingdom, has left the European Union, it's essential to recognize that our relationship with Europe, particularly in terms of human rights, remains significant. One cornerstone of this relationship is the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). Let's delve into what this convention is all about and why it matters.

What is the European Convention on Human Rights?

The ECHR is an international treaty established to protect human rights and fundamental freedoms in Europe. Drafted in 1950 by the Council of Europe, it came into force on 3 September 1953. The UK was one of the founding members, and it played a crucial role in its creation.

Key Provisions of the ECHR

The ECHR consists of several Articles, each outlining specific rights and freedoms. Here's a breakdown of the most pivotal ones:

Article 2: Right to Life This article protects the right to life and includes obligations for states to investigate deaths caused by the state.

Article 3: Prohibition of Torture No one shall be subjected to torture or to inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment. This is an absolute right with no exceptions.

Article 4: Prohibition of Slavery and Forced Labour This article ensures that no one shall be held in slavery or servitude, and it also prohibits forced or compulsory labour.

Article 5: Right to Liberty and Security Everyone has the right to liberty and security of person. This means no one shall be deprived of their liberty except in accordance with a procedure prescribed by law.

Article 6: Right to a Fair Trial This guarantees the right to a fair and public hearing within a reasonable time by an independent and impartial tribunal.

Article 7: No Punishment Without Law No one shall be held guilty of any criminal offence on account of any act or omission which did not constitute a criminal offence under national or international law at the time it was committed.

Article 8: Right to Respect for Private and Family Life This protects private and family life, home, and correspondence, ensuring that any interference by a public authority must be lawful and necessary.

Article 9: Freedom of Thought, Conscience, and Religion Everyone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience, and religion. This includes the freedom to change religion or belief and to manifest religion or belief in worship, teaching, practice, and observance.

Article 10: Freedom of Expression This guarantees the right to freedom of expression, including freedom to hold opinions and to receive and impart information and ideas without interference by public authority.

Article 11: Freedom of Assembly and Association Everyone has the right to freedom of peaceful assembly and to freedom of association with others, including the right to form and join trade unions.

Article 12: Right to Marry Men and women of marriageable age have the right to marry and to found a family, according to the national laws governing the exercise of this right.

Article 14: Prohibition of Discrimination The enjoyment of the rights and freedoms set forth in the ECHR shall be secured without discrimination on any ground such as sex, race, colour, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, association with a national minority, property, birth, or other status.

Why the ECHR Matters

The ECHR is not just a legal document; it's a living instrument that evolves through the case law of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) in Strasbourg. This court interprets the Convention and ensures that member states adhere to their obligations, thereby providing a crucial mechanism for individuals to seek justice when their rights are violated.

The UK's Relationship with the ECHR

Despite Brexit, the UK remains a signatory to the ECHR. This means that British citizens continue to enjoy the protections it affords. The Human Rights Act 1998 incorporated the ECHR into UK law, allowing UK courts to hear human rights cases domestically rather than referring them to Strasbourg.

However, the relationship has not been without tension. There have been debates within the UK about the scope of the ECtHR's influence and the possibility of reforming human rights legislation. Nonetheless, the principles enshrined in the ECHR remain a fundamental part of our legal landscape.

Conclusion

Understanding the European Convention on Human Rights is crucial for appreciating the legal protections we enjoy today. While political landscapes may shift, the commitment to upholding human rights endures, reflecting a shared heritage that transcends national borders. The ECHR stands as a testament to the enduring importance of human dignity and justice in Europe and beyond.

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PM Rishi Sunak's Opening Remarks at the Council of Europe in Reykjavik

  Addressing a huge crowd on the streets of Strasbourg in 1949 Winston Churchill, one of the founding fathers of this Council spoke about “le génie de l’Europe.” He was talking about what makes our continent so successful, the values of freedom, democracy and the rule of law. The same spirit we’ve seen again and again that led Vaclav Havel to broadcast his messages of freedom during the suppression of the Prague Spring, that brought down the Berlin Wall and that leads Ukraine to defend its sovereignty with such valour, inspiring us to stand with them all. The Council of Europe has nurtured that spirit for three quarters of a century. And it must do so again now. Because today, we are facing the greatest threat to democracy and the rule of law on our continent since before the Treaty of London was signed. With Russia waging a war of aggression on European soil, and China growing in assertiveness the world is becoming more contested and more volatile. The challenge to our values is growing. And the moment to push back is now. Democracies like ours must build resilience so that we can out-cooperate and out-compete those who drive instability. That’s why we’re working so closely with our friends across Europe through the G7, NATO, the Joint Expeditionary Force, the European Political Community and with a welcome new tone in our relations with the European Union. Friends, the UK may have left the EU, but we have not left Europe. We remain a proud European nation. And we must work together to defend the values we all hold so dear. The Council of Europe, with its huge reach, has such a vital role to play. And we need to think about how this Council should react to the realities of today. We showed great purpose in expelling Russia last year – acting decisively together within days of the invasion. Let’s bring that dynamism to the issues before us now. And let’s send a message from this hall, loud and clear that we will stand by Ukraine for as long as it takes. We will hold Russia accountable for the horrendous war crimes that have been committed. And we must also learn the lesson of this war – by being prepared to confront threats to our societies before they become too big to deal with. That includes acting on cyber security and AI and it means tackling illegal migration. The moral case for action is clear. We can’t just sit back and watch as criminal gangs profiteer on people’s misery. Illegal migration exploits the most vulnerable. It risks crowding out those with a genuine case for asylum. And it strains the trust that our citizens have – not just in our domestic borders, but in the international system. That’s why so many of us are already acting at the national level. And why we need to do more to cooperate across borders and across jurisdictions and to end illegal migration and stop the boats. The Council already plays a vital role but I urge leaders to consider how we can go further. Because we know what we can achieve together. Just look at this Council’s extraordinary legacy: protecting human rights, abolishing the death penalty in Europe, supporting media freedom and championing democracy across Central and Eastern Europe after the Cold War. So let’s take heart from that, and keep rising to the many challenges before us, true to our enduring values and certain that, as Churchill went on tell the Strasbourg crowd, the dangers before us are great… but great too is our strength. Thank you.   Sources: THX News, Prime Minister's Office - 10 Downing Street & The Rt Hon Rishi Sunak MP. Read the full article

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hepinize teşekkür ederiz, iyi ki varsınız!! @councilofeurope @whitehouse https://www.instagram.com/p/CqFo1hPsAHy/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Why and how is the #CouncilofEurope working against #cybercrime?

Cybercrime – that is offences against and by means of computer systems – has evolved into a significant threat to human rights, democracy and the rule of law as well as to international peace and stability, and it has major social and economic impact. In addition, any crime may involve evidence on a computer system needed in criminal investigations and proceedings. The approach of the Council of…

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Capitale Europea pur senza essere una capitale Nazionale, è conosciuta anche come Capitale di Natale per la bellezza dei suoi splendidi mercantino. Letteralmente "la città delle strade", nome alternativo dell'antica Argentoratum, da cui deriva il nome della città in italiano antico Argentina,è una città della Francia orientale, capoluogo della regione Grande Est e del dipartimento del Basso Reno, al confine con la Germania sulla riva sinistra del Reno. Il suo nome è tedesco perché, in passato, il territorio dell'Alsazia è stato sotto il dominio sia della Francia che della Germania. L'Alsazia fu presa alla Francia dalla Germania (che allora era comandata da Bismarck) durante la battaglia di Sedan del 1870, e da allora fra i francesi nacque il sentimento del revanscismo. È sede, con Bruxelles, del Parlamento europeo e ospita, inoltre, il Consiglio d'Europa. Insieme a Basilea, Ginevra e New York fa dunque parte delle poche città al mondo dando sede a organizzazioni internazionali di primo ordine. Il luogo più famoso della città è costituito dal suo centro storico, noto col nome di Grande Île: esso è stato inserito nel 1988 nell'elenco dei Patrimoni dell'umanità dell'UNESCO. Nel 2017 il sito tutelato dall'unesco è stato esteso anche alla Neustadt, costruita durante il periodo di governo tedesco della città (1871-1914). L'11 dicembre 2018, nella zona del Christkindelsmärik a breve distanza dalla sede del Parlamento europeo, la città è stata teatro di un grave attentato terroristico. Il monumento cittadino ai caduti di tutte le guerre raffigura una madre che regge i corpi di due figli volutamente nudi, cioè privi di qualsiasi divisa o insegna riconducibile ad una particolare fazione. È anche città della musica e della danza. #strasburgo #francia #europa #travel #pic #photo #history #life #villaltadominet #2019 #aroundeurope #jeep #capital #art #reno #humanrights #councilofeurope #agora #noel #christmas #natale (presso Strasbourg, France) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6bLUNoKicV/?igshid=1v6lege2m30dm

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💬 In a decision opposed by most former Soviet-bloc countries, the parliament of the Council of Europe voted on Tuesday to end Russia’s suspension, which began with the annexation of Crimea from Ukraine in 2014.

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May 5 and May 9 is Europe day (Council of Europe and European Union) #may5 #may9 #europeday #europeanunion #europe #european #euro #councilofeurope #germany #france #italy #netherlands #belgium #luxembourg #braces #zahnspange #bagues #beugel #apparecchio #orthodontics #orthodontist (at Brussels, Belgium) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bw__iyYJhh3/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=4z19og8n9ce1

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#Summer #2017 #Strasbourg #CouncilofEurope #Travel #SummerSchool #Taata #Moon ☽ 😊 (at Council of Europe)

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PM On Whistle-Stop Tour This Week Inc. G7 Summit

  - Prime Minister will travel to the Council of Europe followed by Tokyo and the G7 Summit in Hiroshima this week - The focus in Iceland will be on the threat posed by Russia and collective efforts to prevent illegal migration - In Japan, the PM will drive new investment wins and G7 action on economic security and support for Ukraine   UK Prime Minister working at his desk in 10 Downing Street. Photo by UK.GOV.   Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will undertake a packed tour of international engagements this week to drive economic growth and investment in the UK, shore up support for Ukraine and address critical global challenges like illegal migration. On the 16th of May, the Prime Minister will attend the Council of Europe Summit in Iceland. The Council of Europe is the continent’s oldest multilateral institution and has played a defining role promoting freedom and democracy for over 70 years. He will use his engagements at the Summit to discuss the importance of strengthening Europe’s borders – tackling illegal migration and the threat posed by Russia to safeguard our security and prosperity. The Prime Minister will then travel on to Tokyo for a bilateral visit ahead of the G7, where he is expected to announce new UK-Japan defence and technology collaboration and host a reception of business leaders to deliver major new investments into the UK. After a day in Tokyo he will head to Hiroshima to attend the G7 Summit, in a historic first visit by a British Prime Minister to the city. At the G7, the UK will galvanise international action on economic coercion by hostile states and shore up support for Ukraine, as they prepare for escalating military action against Russia’s war of aggression.  

New UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Source UK Government. 25th October 2022.   Speaking ahead of the visits, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said: “This week I will be travelling from Reykjavik to Hiroshima to drive global action on our most pressing priorities. “Many of the challenges we are dealing with, from inflation to migration, must be solved by working closely with our international partners. “I look forward to visiting Japan, a vital economic and defence partner for the UK in the Indo-Pacific. This year’s G7 Summit in Hiroshima comes at a pivotal moment, as Ukraine doubles down in its fight for survival and we deal with complex threats to global peace and prosperity.”   In his first G7 Summit as Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak will hold talks on Ukraine and Indo-Pacific security, economic policy and state threats, and global sustainable infrastructure investment. He is expected to hold a number of bilateral meetings alongside the Summit sessions. More detail on the Prime Minister’s visit to the Council of Europe and travel to Tokyo and Hiroshima will be set out in the week.   Sources: THX News, Prime Minister's Office & The Rt Hon Rishi Sunak MP. Read the full article

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Ainda hoje eles dizem-me: “Não trabalhes tanto, não serve de nada, a juventude no fim não paga o investimento todo que tu fazes”. Mas eu, sou uma pessoa obsessiva, que se investe demasiado em algo. Na verdade devíamos ser todos mais ponderados. Mas nós, as pessoas que fazemos os trabalhos com a alma e o coração, somos todos muito emotivos, muito apaixonados, por isso juntamos além do necessário uma grande quota-parte de nós no processo... #nofilter#diplomacy#youthleaders#internationalrelations#unitednations#arab#europe#councilofeurope#africanunion#youth#qatar#doha#meeting#forum#betterworld#ritzcarltondoha#sharqhotel#aeuf_doha#aeyf_doha #sunday#sundaymood#beach#ritzcarlton#resort#paradise#thebest#commonwealth#arableague#leadership#mozambique (em CDD YOUTH Online TV) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIDeCvDnACn/?igshid=x199xdzn16fv

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Türk ulusunun kurtulmak istediği oluşumlara destek olarak bize kötülük yapmış oluyorsunuz farkındasınız değil mi!? bence bu kararınızı tekrar gözden geçirmelisiniz, gerçekten bize bunu yapmak istiyor olamazsınız, ben buna inanmak istemiyorum!! sizinle ilgili hayâlkırıklığı yaşamak istemiyorum!! @councilofeurope https://www.instagram.com/p/Co8hiUqozg0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Alternatives to immigration detention: Council of Europe and UNHCR launch a new course

Ahead of the World Refugee Day, the Council of Europe is launching a HELP/UNHCR free online course on Alternatives to Immigration Detention with the aim of supporting legal and other professionals working on migration. While the interest in managing migration without depriving people of their liberty is growing in Europe, there is great potential for expanding the effective use of alternatives to detention in the context of migration. “Alternatives to immigration detention become more and more accepted because they have proven to be cost-effective, but above all, using alternatives, states can process efficiently the cases of children and families on the move, in a humane and a human-rights compliant environment," says Drahoslav Štefánek, Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Migration and Refugees. "This course is a good example of a tailor-made tool which considers both legal and practical aspects of alternatives to the detention of migrants.” UNHCR’s position is that children should never be detained for immigration-related purposes as it is not in their best interests. Read the full article

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#readyfortheshow #wirnennenesarbeit #councilofeurope #medicalprivacy (hier: Strasbourg, France) https://www.instagram.com/p/Byjx7vKCpNA8iYoP6u46HTeUqnHTtkxTXYj7kI0/?igshid=1s8jxfe14gik8