Article 9 - Freedom of thought, conscience and religion

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Lindholm and the Estate after Leif Lindholm v. Denmark, no. 25636/22

05/11/24

Administration of blood transfusion to an unconscious Jehovah’s Witness in an emergency situation despite his advance medical directive refusing such measure.
Judgment

Mikyas and Others v. Belgium (dec.), no. 50681/20

09/04/24

Pupils prohibited from wearing the Islamic veil by State school regulations in the Flemish Community.
Decision | Legal Summary

Kanatli v. Türkiye, no. 18382/15

12/03/24

Conviction for refusing to perform military reserve service on conscientious grounds.
Judgment

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