The Council of Europe has completed preparations for the Tribunal on the Crime of Aggression: what’s next.

Special Tribunal for the Crimes of Aggression Against Ukraine

According to inkorr.com: The Council of Europe has completed preparations for the establishment of a Special Tribunal dedicated to the crimes of aggression against Ukraine. Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Alain Berset, announced that all stages of preparation have been completed, and the Tribunal may begin its work soon.

On June 25, 2025, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky signed an agreement with the Council of Europe to establish the Tribunal in Strasbourg. According to Berset, this is an important step for Ukraine and Europe.

The Council of Europe activates a forward team to prepare all necessary elements, including legal, infrastructural, and personnel aspects. Funding is currently being sought for this stage.

According to information from Berset, the launch of the Tribunal depends on the political will of states. The Council of Europe is ready to start work, but it needs support from member countries in terms of funding and ratifying the agreement.

To launch, many countries need to join the process, allocate funds, and approve an extended agreement on judicial investigation matters.

Alain Berset also noted that the exact start date of the Tribunal's work in 2026 has not yet been determined, as it depends on the participation and support of the member states of the Council of Europe.

Thus, the preparations for the launch of the Special Tribunal for the Crimes of Aggression Against Ukraine are complete, but the political will of the member countries and the necessary support for the process, both financial and legal, remain critical issues. This initiative could significantly impact the fight against crimes against international law in Europe.

The launch of such a tribunal emphasizes the international community's commitment to combating crimes of aggression and ensuring justice in cases of violations of international law. The successful implementation of this project could send an important signal in support of security and human rights worldwide.