CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2025
| Author | Gevorgyan, Maria |
|---|---|
| Title | The European Court of Human Rights' Jurisdictional and Procedural Challenges Arising from Russia's Expulsion from the Council of Europe |
| Summary | In March 2022, Russia became the first Member State to be expelled from the Council of Europe, raising unprecedented legal and institutional challenges. This thesis investigates how the European Court of Human Rights has responded to the jurisdictional and procedural challenges following Russia’s expulsion. It examines the legal framework for membership termination, the implications for the Court’s jurisdiction, and the procedural responses. In addition to doctrinal legal analysis and empirical case law review, the thesis incorporates sociological inquiries into international law, particularly the role of institutional identity and normative boundaries within international organisations. It engages with the concept of the CoE as a ‘peace project’ and examines how the ECtHR’s response reflects broader tensions between institutional identity, affirmation of values, and institutional health. The study finds that the Court adopted a balanced and principled approach, preserving its institutional identity while ensuring continuity for victims. The ECtHR’s jurisprudence indicates a shift toward more strategic, impact-driven adjudication in response to systemic obstruction. This thesis contributes to understanding the resilience of the Convention system during institutional crises and adds to legal debates on accountability beyond formal membership. |
| Supervisor | Al Tamimi, Yussef |
| Department | Legal Studies LLM |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2025/gevorgyan_maria.pdf |
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