The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ordered Russia to pay Georgia over €253 million in compensation for human rights violations related to the 2008 Russo-Georgian War and its aftermath. This judgment, delivered on October 14, 2025, specifies the amount of just satisfaction Russia must provide to victims.
This came in a report from Euractive, seen by Ukrinform.
The ECHR said that Russia committed violations, including excessive use of force, ill-treatment, unlawful detentions and unjustified restrictions on freedom of movement across the administrative boundary lines with Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
Moscow recognized these regions as “independent” after the 2008 war with Tbilisi. These regions are still outside the control of the Georgian government and under the influence of Russia.
The court in Strasbourg ordered Moscow to pay €253,018,000 in non-pecuniary damages for more than 29,000 victims.
Despite Russia’s withdrawal from the European Convention on Human Rights on March 16, 2022, the ECHR stated that Russia is legally obliged to comply with this ruling as the violations occurred before its withdrawal, and will have to pay appropriate fines for each day delayed until due payment.
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As Ukrinform reported, Russia launched a war against Georgia on August 7, 2008, which ultimately led to Tbilisi losing control over Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
Currently, Tbilisi declares its intention to seek de-occupation through peaceful resolution using diplomatic and legal tools in cooperation with international partners.
For the 17th anniversary of the 2008 Russo-Georgian War in August 2025, the Georgian Foreign Ministry issued a statement condemning Russia’s ongoing military occupation and reaffirming Georgia’s commitment to a peaceful resolution of the conflict. The statement also addressed Georgia’s participation in international discussions and thanked its foreign partners for their support.
The ministry reiterated that Russia’s military presence in the occupied regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia is a flagrant violation of international law.
It called on Russia to implement its responsibilities under the 2008 ceasefire agreement, including withdrawing its forces to their pre-conflict positions.
The statement highlighted the continued suffering of displaced persons and emphasized their right to a safe and dignified return to their homes.
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