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MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION (2026/2565(RSP))

On the brutal repression against protesters in Iran

B-10-2026-0069

on behalf of The Left Group · Rapporteur: Marc Botenga

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This resolution condemns the violent crackdown on protesters in Iran, supports the Iranian people's rights, and calls for investigations, internet restoration, and an end to lethal force. It opposes foreign interference, particularly by the US and Israel, and calls for lifting EU sanctions that harm Iranians, while urging consistent application of international law.

Key points

  1. Strongly condemns the killing of peaceful protestors, deliberate use of violence, arbitrary detention, and intimidation by security forces.
  2. Stands with the Iranian people in their struggle for rights and condemns all forms of intolerance and force based on differences.
  3. Calls on Iranian authorities to cease lethal force, address concerns, and introduce a moratorium on the death penalty.
  4. Calls for prompt, independent investigations into violence and human rights abuses, and for unconditional release of detained protesters.
  5. Calls for restoring internet access and for the EU to help, and for supporting humanitarian organisations in Iran.
  6. Urges the UN Human Rights Council to strengthen independent investigative mechanisms and ensure public, transparent findings.
  7. Supports Iran's sovereignty and the right of its people to decide their political future free from foreign interference.
  8. Opposes attempts by US and Israeli leaders to hijack protests and calls on all external actors to refrain from interference.
  9. Condemns threats or use of force violating international law, recalling that Western military interventions bring chaos and casualties.
  10. Calls for lifting EU sanctions that harm human rights and for reactivating EU mechanisms to circumvent US sanctions.
  11. Condemns US visa suspension for Iranians and calls for EU to strengthen safe pathways and protection for those at risk.
  12. Deplores lack of EU condemnation of Israeli strikes on Iran in June 2025 and calls for consistent application of international law.

Who is affected

  • Iranian protesters and civilians: face repression, but resolution supports their rights and calls for investigations and release of detainees.
  • Iranian authorities: urged to stop lethal force, restore internet, and address concerns; also subject to calls for lifting sanctions.
  • EU and member states: called to help restore internet, support humanitarian organisations, strengthen asylum and medical care for Iranians.
  • US and Israel: urged to refrain from interference and threats of force; also criticised for actions and statements.
  • UN Human Rights Council and international bodies: urged to strengthen investigative mechanisms and ensure transparency.

Figures and deadlines

  • At least 3 090 confirmed deaths, including 2 885 protesters, 165 security forces, and 21 civilians; Reuters reports at least 4 500 protesters killed.
  • In 2019, fuel price increases of 50 to 200 % triggered protests.
  • Food prices increased by 50 to 72 % last year; currency lost two-thirds of its value over three years.
  • Middle class grew from 15 % in 1979 to over half by 2011; between 2011 and 2019 up to nine million lost middle-class status.
  • Sanctions saw a 14-fold price increase for dietary formula for infants with food allergies.