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1. Hybrid warfare and the protection of the EU’s territorial integrity and critical security and defence infrastructure

   Parliament adopted a report on hybrid warfare and the protection of the EU's territorial integrity and critical security and defence infrastructure. The report describes hybrid attacks such as drone incursions, airspace violations, sabotage of undersea cables and energy infrastructure, cyberattacks, GPS jamming and foreign information manipulation and interference. By adopting the text, Parliament made it its official position, calling for a shift from a reactive to a proactive posture and for a cross-domain action plan against hybrid warfare. It also asks for increased intelligence sharing, a dedicated sanctions framework for hybrid threats, and closer cooperation with NATO and partners such as Ukraine, Moldova, Armenia and the Western Balkans.

   Foreign affairsDefence & security

   16 Sept 2026 · Resolutions · report by Rasa Juknevičienė · 13 ballots · voted 14:23 · A-10-2026-0212 · 2026/2024

   Adopted 470–129–62 · by a large majority
2. Findings and recommendations of the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield

   Parliament adopted a resolution on the findings and recommendations of its Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield, which examined how the Union can better defend its democratic foundations against foreign information manipulation and interference, hybrid operations and disinformation. By adopting the text, Parliament made it its official position, meaning it now states where it stands on the threats described and on the reforms it says are needed. The report calls for a more operational European Centre for Democratic Resilience, stronger enforcement of EU legislation in the digital sphere, a more ambitious European Cooperation Network on Elections, and election-related infrastructure to be treated as critical infrastructure. It also asks for hybrid-threat preparedness in CSDP missions and operations, a review of sanctions instruments, support for media and civil society, and funding under the next multiannual financial framework 2028-2034.

   Digital, AI & dataDefence & securityJustice, rule of law & rights

   15 Sept 2026 · Resolutions · report by Tomas Tobé · 139 ballots · voted 13:35 · A-10-2026-0199 · 2025/2069

   Adopted 420–220–26 · by a large majority
3. Continuous Belarusian hybrid attacks against Lithuania

   Parliament adopted a resolution condemning Belarus's ongoing hybrid attacks against Lithuania, including drone and balloon incursions, instrumentalised migration, smuggling, economic coercion, cyberattacks and disinformation. It declares these acts part of a Russia-led destabilisation strategy and demands Belarus cease all such operations and release European hauliers' vehicles and goods. Parliament also calls for strengthened EU-NATO cooperation, expanded border surveillance, additional sanctions and sectoral measures against Belarus.

   Foreign affairsDefence & security

   18 Dec 2025 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 18 ballots · voted 12:21 · B-10-2025-0585 · 2025/3025

   Adopted 438–37–48 · by an overwhelming majority
4. United response to recent Russian violations of the EU Member States’ airspace and critical infrastructure

   Parliament adopted a resolution on a united response to recent Russian violations of EU member states' airspace and critical infrastructure. The text condemns Russia's military and hybrid provocations, expresses solidarity with affected states, and calls for a coordinated EU response with NATO. It urges member states to review rules of engagement and set up joint projects for a layered EU air defence system.

   Foreign affairsDefence & security

   9 Oct 2025 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 49 ballots · voted 13:20 · B-10-2025-0437 · 2025/2901

   Adopted 469–97–38 · by a large majority
5. Strengthening Moldova’s resilience against Russian hybrid threats and malign interference

   Parliament adopted a resolution on strengthening Moldova's resilience against Russian hybrid threats and malign interference. The resolution condemns Russia's persistent hybrid attacks and supports Moldova's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity. It calls for continued EU support for Moldova's reforms and EU integration ahead of the parliamentary elections.

   Foreign affairsDefence & security

   10 Sept 2025 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 20 ballots · voted 14:30 · B-10-2025-0355 · 2025/2811

   Adopted 490–65–86 · by a large majority
6. Setting up a Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield, and defining its responsibilities, numerical strength and term of office

   Parliament set up a special committee on the European Democracy Shield to counter foreign interference, disinformation and threats to democracy in the EU. The committee will examine gaps in EU law and policy, and propose measures to protect democratic processes and citizens from such attacks. It will work with other parliamentary committees and may make recommendations for future action.

   EU institutions & ParliamentDefence & securityJustice, rule of law & rights

   18 Dec 2024 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 7 ballots · voted 12:15 · B-10-2024-0216 · 2024/2999

   Adopted 441–178–34 · by a large majority
7. Strengthening Moldova’s resilience against Russian interference ahead of the upcoming presidential elections and a constitutional referendum on EU integration

   Parliament adopted a resolution on strengthening Moldova's resilience against Russian interference ahead of its presidential election and EU integration referendum on 20 October 2024. The text condemns Russian hybrid aggression, demands Russia respect Moldova's sovereignty, and calls for sanctions on those involved in foreign interference. It urges the Commission and member states to boost Moldova's resilience, including through defence, cybersecurity, and strategic communication support. Parliament also stresses the need for justice reforms and civil service capacity building to counter long-term foreign interference.

   Foreign affairsDefence & security

   9 Oct 2024 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 19 ballots · voted 13:40 · B-10-2024-0081 · 2024/2821

   Adopted 508–53–104 · by a large majority

Dossiers involved · latest vote first

1. 2026/2024 Hybrid warfare and the protection of the EU’s territorial integrity and critical security and defence infrastructure 16 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
2. 2025/2069 Findings and recommendations of the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield 15 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
3. 2025/3025 Continuous Belarusian hybrid attacks against Lithuania 18 Dec 2025 · 1 vote
4. 2025/2901 United response to recent Russian violations of the EU Member States’ airspace and critical infrastructure 9 Oct 2025 · 1 vote
5. 2025/2811 Strengthening Moldova’s resilience against Russian hybrid threats and malign interference 10 Sept 2025 · 1 vote
6. 2024/2999 Setting up a Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield, and defining its responsibilities, numerical strength and term of office 18 Dec 2024 · 1 vote
7. 2024/2821 Strengthening Moldova’s resilience against Russian interference ahead of the upcoming presidential elections and a constitutional referendum on EU integration 9 Oct 2024 · 1 vote

Who backs what

How each group's majority voted on the 7 most recent final roll calls about cyber & hybrid threats. A group is "split" when no position won among its members.

The latest final votes, group by group