European Court of Human Rights, "like all those who defend Human Rights today, is under attack"

Ana Maria Guerra Martins, a Portuguese judge at the European Court of Human Rights, discusses the court's operations and the challenges it faces. She highlights the increasing number of cases from Portugal, particularly regarding detention conditions, which have surged due to ineffective internal remedies. Portugal ranks high in non-compliance cases, primarily related to detention issues. The court is preparing a pilot judgment to address systemic problems in Portugal's detention system. Additionally, she notes the ongoing tension between freedom of expression and defamation in Portuguese courts, emphasizing the court's commitment to protecting journalistic freedoms. The judge also addresses the complexities of legal secrecy and public interest in cases.