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MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION (2025/2510(RSP))

On the Case of Jean-Jacques Wondo in the Democratic Republic of Congo

B-10-2025-0078

on behalf of the Renew Group · Rapporteur: Bernard Guetta, Petras Auštrevičius, Oihane Agirregoitia Martínez, Malik Azmani, Dan Barna, Olivier Chastel, Svenja Hahn, Karin Karlsbro, Ľubica Karvašová, Ilhan Kyuchyuk, Nathalie Loiseau, JanChristoph Oetjen, Urmas Paet, MarieAgnes StrackZimmermann, Hilde Vautmans, Lucia Yar

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The resolution condemns the death sentence of Jean-Jacques Wondo and 36 others in the Democratic Republic of Congo, citing unfair trial and human rights concerns. It urges the DRC to reinstate the death penalty moratorium, commute sentences, release Wondo if no credible evidence, and provide medical care. It calls on EU institutions to engage with DRC authorities on human rights and rule of law.

Key points

  1. Condemns the sentencing to death of Jean-Jacques Wondo and 36 other detainees.
  2. Recalls that the EU opposes the death penalty in all circumstances and is committed to its universal abolition.
  3. Urges the DRC Government to reinstate the moratorium on the death penalty and commute all death sentences.
  4. Expresses grave concern at the lack of credible evidence and violations of Wondo's right to a fair trial; insists on his release unless reliable evidence is provided.
  5. Urges DRC authorities to provide Wondo with immediate medical attention due to his deteriorating health.
  6. Urges DRC authorities to respect detainees' human rights and refrain from ill-treatment and torture.
  7. Calls on EU institutions to engage with DRC authorities on human rights, rule of law, and independence of prosecution and judiciary.

Who is affected

  • Jean-Jacques Wondo and 36 other detainees sentenced to death in the DRC.
  • DRC Government and authorities, who are urged to reinstate the moratorium, commute sentences, and ensure fair trials.
  • EU institutions, called on to engage with DRC authorities on human rights.

Figures and deadlines

  • 36 other detainees sentenced to death alongside Wondo.