The cases of Ali Karimli, Anar Mammadli and other political prisoners in Azerbaijan
Motion for a resolution · voted at 13:07
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 13:07
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 on the motion for a resolution at 13:07 · 86% 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 about the detention and sentencing of Ali Karimli, Anar Mammadli and other people it calls political prisoners in Azerbaijan. By adopting the text, Parliament made this its official position, condemning the detentions and sentences and calling for the immediate and unconditional release of those held. Parliament also asks Azerbaijan to repeal restrictive laws on non-governmental organisations and media, calls for European Union sanctions on officials responsible for serious human rights violations, and wants any partnership agreement with Azerbaijan made conditional on respect for fundamental rights.
6 alternative motions lapsed once the text was adopted.
Roll call requested by 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, 8 October 2026. The vote was taken on Motion B-10-2026-0454 in procedure 2026/2914.