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MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION (2024/2993(RSP))

On human rights situation in Kyrgyzstan, in particular the case of Temirlan Sultanbekov

B-10-2024-0224

on behalf of the S&D Group · Rapporteur: Yannis Maniatis, Francisco Assis, Nacho Sánchez Amor

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A resolution on the human rights situation in Kyrgyzstan, focusing on the case of Temirlan Sultanbekov, condemns his unlawful detention and calls for his release. It expresses concern over the targeting of opposition forces and the deterioration of human rights, and urges authorities to ensure Sultanbekov's safety. It calls on EU delegations and member states to raise these concerns with Kyrgyz authorities.

Key points

  1. Condemns the unlawful detention of Temirlan Sultanbekov and other pro-democracy activists in Kyrgyzstan.
  2. Expresses concern over the targeting and weakening of opposition forces, civil society, independent media, and economic entities.
  3. Urges Kyrgyzstan authorities to immediately release Sultanbekov and other activists, or adopt alternative measures to detention.
  4. Calls on authorities to drop politically motivated charges against Sultanbekov.
  5. Regrets that Sultanbekov's hunger strike has lasted more than 28 days, worsening his health, and calls on authorities to ensure his safety and well-being.
  6. Calls on EU delegations and member states' embassies to closely follow the situation and raise concerns with Kyrgyz authorities.

Who is affected

  • Temirlan Sultanbekov and other pro-democracy activists in Kyrgyzstan, who are detained and face charges.
  • Kyrgyzstan authorities, who are urged to release detainees and drop charges.
  • EU delegations and member states' embassies in Kyrgyzstan, called to monitor and raise concerns.

Figures and deadlines

  • more than 28 days of his hunger strike