CDL-AD(2006)009 - 38 - by the need to comply with a peremptory norm (jus cogens), it does not give rise to an internationally wrongful act, and the prohibition of torture is a peremptory norm. In the Commission’s opinion, therefore, States must interpret and perform their treaty obligations, including those deriving from the NATO treaty and from military base agreements and Status of Forces Agreements, in a manner compatible with their human rights obligations. 160. The Venice Commission hopes that this opinion will assist the Committee on Legal Affairs and Human Rights of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe in the completion of the inquiry into these matters. The Commission also hopes that this opinion will assist the Secretary General of the Council of Europe in his ongoing inquiry under Article 52 of the European Convention on Human Rights. The Commission is ready to pursue its reflection on these matters, if so requested.