The severe situation of political prisoners in Belarus
Motion for a resolution · voted at 13:10
Non-binding texts in which Parliament states its position on a topic. They carry political weight but do not create law.
Motion for a resolution · voted at 13:10
Non-binding texts in which Parliament states its position on a topic. They carry political weight but do not create law.
Parliament adopted the text as its official position.
Final vote — text as a whole at 13:10 · 90% of votes cast in favour · every MEP’s position →
Backed by The Left, Verts/ALE, S&D, Renew, PPE, ECR and PfE; ESN mostly abstained.
Parliament adopted a resolution on the severe situation of political prisoners in Belarus, condemning systematic repression since the 2020 presidential election. The text urges Belarusian authorities to release all political prisoners and arbitrarily detained persons, and to respect detainees' human rights. It also calls on the EU and member states to support prisoners and their families, and expresses concern about Interpol warrant abuse. Parliament asks for the resolution to be forwarded to EU institutions, member states, Serbia, and other bodies.
Before the final vote, MEPs decided on 1 amendment (1 rejected). 6 alternative motions lapsed once the text was adopted.
Roll calls requested by Renew, ESN.
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
Part of the sitting of Thursday, 19 September 2024. The vote was taken on Motion B-10-2024-0054 in procedure 2024/2804.