Brutal repression against protesters in Iran
Motion for a resolution · voted 12:12–12:15
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 12:12–12:15
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 12:15 · 89% 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 condemning Iran's brutal crackdown on anti-regime protests, which it says have killed thousands and led to over 10 000 arrests. MEPs demand the immediate release of all protesters detained for peaceful expression and urge the UN Human Rights Council to set up an investigative mechanism. They also call on member states to hold Iranian officials accountable under international law and on the EU to expand restrictive measures.
Before the final vote, MEPs decided on 10 amendments (10 rejected) and 8 parts of the text voted on separately (8 rejected). 7 alternative motions lapsed once the text was adopted.
Roll calls requested by The Left, Verts/ALE, Renew.
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, 22 January 2026. The vote was taken on Motion B-10-2026-0095 in procedure 2026/2565.