H.Res. 777

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 777 Introduced in House (IH)]

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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 777

Commending the Council of Europe for its efforts in seeking justice for 
the people of Ukraine in response to Russian crime of aggression and 
other international crimes.

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

September 30, 2025

Ms. Kaptur (for herself, Mr. Fitzpatrick, and Mr. Quigley) submitted 
the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on 
Foreign Affairs

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RESOLUTION

Commending the Council of Europe for its efforts in seeking justice for 
the people of Ukraine in response to Russian crime of aggression and 
other international crimes.

Whereas, the Council of Europe, a prominent international organization dedicated 
to promoting democracy, human rights, and the rule of law, has played an 
essential role in addressing the ongoing humanitarian crisis and 
advocating for justice in the face of Russian aggression against 
Ukraine;
Whereas, since the beginning of Russia's illegal annexation of Crimea in 2014 
and the subsequent military incursions into Ukraine in 2022, the Council 
of Europe has consistently condemned these actions and their impact on 
the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine;
Whereas the Council of Europe has actively worked to document and investigate 
reports of international crimes committed during the conflict, including 
violations of human rights, war crimes, and acts of aggression, ensuring 
accountability for those responsible;
Whereas the Council of Europe has provided a platform for member states to 
collaborate in supporting Ukraine, including through the establishment 
of various initiatives aimed at providing humanitarian aid and support 
for the displaced;
Whereas the Council of Europe has championed the need for a comprehensive 
approach to postconflict justice and reconciliation, recognizing that 
lasting peace in Ukraine requires accountability for those who 
perpetrate atrocities;
Whereas the efforts of the Council of Europe to mobilize international legal 
mechanisms for the prosecution of war crimes and to uphold the 
principles of justice serve as a critical deterrent against future 
violations of international law;
Whereas, under the leadership of the Council of Europe, a realistic and 
practical framework has been put in places to create a Special Tribunal 
on the Aggression against Ukraine;
Whereas Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the Secretary General of the 
Council of Europe have signed an agreement on the establishment of a 
Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine, including 
the Statue of the Special Tribunal; and
Whereas the work of the Council of Europe aligns with the values and commitments 
of the United States to promote democracy, uphold human rights, and 
support the principle of accountability for international crimes: Now, 
therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) commends the Council of Europe for its unwavering 
commitment and ongoing efforts to seek justice for the people 
of Ukraine in response to Russian aggression and other 
international crimes;
(2) encourages continued collaboration between the United 
States and the Council of Europe to support Ukraine in its 
pursuit of peace, justice, sovereignty, and democratic 
governance; and
(3) reaffirms its commitment to stand with the people of 
Ukraine and to work alongside international partners to ensure 
accountability for those responsible for violations of 
international law.
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