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An investigation into alleged corruption in the Council of Europe has revealed there is “strong suspicion” that current and former members have “engaged in activity of a corruptive nature” amid efforts by Azerbaijan to whitewash its human rights record.
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EU Summit closes with agreement on Brexit trade talks
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'Fake news': Azerbaijan on claims it ran 2.5 bn-euro slush fund
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Council of Europe urges Hungary to suspend laws on NGOs, universities
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COE puts Turkey on watchlist
The Turkish foreign ministry has strongly condemned the "unjust decision" of the European rights body to put it on notice.
EU rejects calls for 'freeze' in Turkey talks
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Poland's controversial reforms threaten human rights: Council of Europe
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