Despite its continued meddling in European affairs, Russia has been reinstated in the Council of Europe, with full voting powers. The decision will only encourage Moscow to continue its erratic behaviour on the European continent while others, like Turkey, may follow its example, writes Mark Temnycky.
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People visit the Committee of Ministers meeting room during the open day marking the 70th Anniversary of the Council of Europe on May 5, 2019, in Strasbourg, northeastern France.
