Adopted text
Arbitrary detention of EU citizens Javier Marañón Montero and David Rodríguez Ballesta in Equatorial Guinea
TA-10-2025-0223 · P10_TA(2025)0223 · PE778.756
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This resolution condemns the detention conditions and ill-treatment of two Spanish citizens in Equatorial Guinea and calls for their release and medical care.¶¶ It urges diplomatic action by the EU and expresses concern about human rights violations in Equatorial Guinea.¶¶
Key points
- Strongly condemns repeated cases of unacceptable detention conditions and ill-treatment of prisoners in Equatorial Guinea, calling for immediate measures to ensure the well-being and rights of the two detainees.¶
- Calls on Equatoguinean authorities to ensure urgent medical treatment and evacuation for Mr Montero.¶
- Stresses that arbitrary arrests damage the country's reputation, deter investment and cooperation, and may harm relations with the EU.¶
- Calls on the VP/HR and the European External Action Service to intensify diplomatic efforts in coordination with Spanish authorities.¶
- Expresses serious concern about judicial subordination, torture, inhumane prison conditions, persecution of opposition, and restrictions on freedom of expression in Equatorial Guinea.¶
- Urges Equatorial Guinea to sign the Samoa Agreement.¶