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MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION (2026/2643(RSP))

On the case of Elene Khoshtaria and political prisoners under the Georgian Dream regime

B-10-2026-0171

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

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This resolution condemns democratic backsliding and repression in Georgia, urging authorities to release political prisoners and repeal restrictive laws. It calls for EU-wide visa bans on responsible Georgian officials, increased support for civil society, and respect for international commitments.

Key points

  1. Urges Georgian authorities to end authoritarianism and systematic repression, and to return to democratic reforms for EU membership.
  2. Calls for immediate and unconditional release of all political prisoners and illegally detained persons, including peaceful protesters.
  3. Reminds Georgian authorities of their duty to respect the constitution and international commitments, welcoming the OSCE Moscow Mechanism invocation.
  4. Calls for EU-wide visa bans on Georgian officials responsible for repression, reminding Hungary and Slovakia of sincere cooperation.
  5. Calls for increased EU support to Georgian civil society, independent media, and academic communities.

Who is affected

  • Georgian authorities and officials face calls for visa bans and demands to release prisoners.
  • Hungarian and Slovak governments are reminded of their EU obligations.
  • Georgian civil society, media, and academics would receive increased EU support.