2025/2796(RSP) Resolution on a topical subject First reading

Case of Ryan Cornelius in Dubai

A resolution tabled by political groups, usually on an urgent matter or in reaction to a statement by the Commission or Council. Not binding.

Where it stands: Parliament adopted the text on 10 July 2025. This is its final position on the matter.

  1. ✓ Tabled for plenary
  2. ✓ Plenary vote Adopted 10 July 2025
  3. ✓ Parliament’s position Final
How a file moves through Parliament

A file is referred to one lead committee (others may give an opinion). Its rapporteur writes a draft report, committee members table amendments, and the committee votes to adopt the report. The report is then tabled for all MEPs; political groups can table further amendments, which are voted on before the final vote in plenary. The adopted resolution is Parliament’s final position; it is not itself law.

The text, version by version

Adopted by Parliament · latest Adopted text TA10-0161/2025 10 July 2025 ✦ A resolution on the case of Ryan Cornelius, a British national arbitrarily detained in the UAE since 2008. It condemns his detention, demands his release and compensation, and urges authorities to provide medical care and investigate.⇄ what changed Tabled for plenary Joint motion RC-B10-0328/2025 9 July 2025 ⇄ what changed Tabled for plenary Motion for a resolution B10-0340/2025 7 July 2025 ✦ This resolution concerns the case of Ryan Cornelius, a British national arbitrarily detained in the UAE since 2008. It calls for his immediate release, reparations, and medical care, and urges the UK and EU to act.← Tabled for plenary Motion for a resolution B10-0341/2025 7 July 2025 ✦ This resolution expresses concern over the continued arbitrary detention of British national Ryan Cornelius in Dubai, citing violations of international law and his deteriorating health.← Tabled for plenary Motion for a resolution B10-0333/2025 7 July 2025 ✦ This resolution addresses the case of British businessman Ryan Cornelius, arbitrarily detained in Dubai since May 2008, and condemns the repression of dissent in the UAE.← Tabled for plenary Motion for a resolution B10-0336/2025 7 July 2025 ✦ This resolution condemns the continued arbitrary arrest of Ryan Cornelius, a British citizen detained in Dubai since 2008, and calls for his immediate and unconditional release.← Tabled for plenary Motion for a resolution B10-0328/2025 7 July 2025 ✦ This resolution addresses the case of British businessman Ryan Cornelius, arbitrarily detained in Dubai since May 2008, and condemns the UAE's repression of dissent. It calls for his release and that of all arbitrarily detained persons, and urges the UAE to join international human rights treaties.

Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament: The versions differ only in wording: the capitalization of "whereas" is adjusted. see the changes →

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Timeline

  1. Plenary stage
  2. 10 July 2025 Plenary vote
    Sitting of 10 July 2025 📄 Motion for a resolution B10-0328/2025📄 Motion for a resolution B10-0333/2025📄 Motion for a resolution B10-0336/2025📄 Motion for a resolution B10-0340/2025📄 Motion for a resolution B10-0341/2025📄 Adopted text TA10-0161/2025
    Adopted Adopted by an overwhelming majority
    For 511 Against 50 Abstained 75

    Final vote on the motion for a resolution at 13:06 · 80% of votes cast in favour · every MEP’s position →

    How the vote unfolded · 6 ballots

    adopted rejected lapsed square = amendment circle = part of the text decisive vote Solid = roll call (click for every MEP’s vote); faded = no individual positions

    Show all 6 ballots in voting order
    1. Final vote on the motion for a resolution 13:06 RC-B10-0328/2025 – Motion for a resolution
    Adopted
    2. Alternative motion B10-0328/2025 B10-0328/2025
    show of hands — no individual positions recorded
    Lapsed
    3. Alternative motion B10-0333/2025 B10-0333/2025
    show of hands — no individual positions recorded
    Lapsed
    4. Alternative motion B10-0336/2025 B10-0336/2025
    show of hands — no individual positions recorded
    Lapsed
    5. Alternative motion B10-0340/2025 B10-0340/2025
    show of hands — no individual positions recorded
    Lapsed
    6. Alternative motion B10-0341/2025 B10-0341/2025
    show of hands — no individual positions recorded
    Lapsed
  3. 9 July 2025 Debated in plenary

    MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.

    Sitting of 9 July 2025 📄 Motion for a resolution B10-0328/2025📄 Motion for a resolution B10-0333/2025📄 Motion for a resolution B10-0336/2025📄 Motion for a resolution B10-0340/2025📄 Motion for a resolution B10-0341/2025