MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION (2025/2510(RSP))
On the case of Jean-Jacques Wondo in Democratic Republic of Congo
B-10-2025-0069
on behalf of the S&D Group · Rapporteur: Yannis Maniatis, Francisco Assis, Elio Di Rupo
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A resolution expressing grave concern at the death sentence of Jean-Jacques Wondo and 36 others in the DRC, urging authorities to overturn the sentences and uphold fair trials.¶¶¶ It calls for an end to military courts for civilians, reinstatement of the moratorium on the death penalty, protection of civil society, and increased EU engagement.¶¶¶ It also urges DRC authorities to implement UN Human Rights Council recommendations.¶
Key points
- Expresses grave concern at the sentencing of Jean-Jacques Wondo.¶
- Calls on DRC authorities to immediately overturn the capital punishment sentences for Wondo and the other 36 defendants.¶
- Urges the Congolese Government to ensure fundamental rights and a fair, accessible, independent appeal process, noting concerns about lack of credible evidence.¶
- Recalls that military courts for civilians violate international conventions; urges DRC to cease using them for civilian cases.¶
- Reiterates EU opposition to the death penalty, regrets the lifting of the moratorium, and urges immediate re-establishment of an official moratorium and no executions.¶
- Expresses concern at intimidation and arbitrary detention of civil society; calls on DRC to ensure it can operate without harassment and hold perpetrators accountable.¶
- Calls on the HR/VP and Member States to increase engagement with DRC authorities to urge withdrawal of death sentences.¶
- Calls on DRC authorities to engage with the UN Human Rights Council to implement Universal Periodic Review recommendations, notably on civil and political rights and impunity.¶