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1. Political prisoners in Cuba, in particular the case of Félix Navarro and his daughter Saylí Navarro

   Parliament adopted a resolution on political prisoners in Cuba, focusing on the case of Félix Navarro and his daughter Saylí Navarro, who remain imprisoned following the July 2021 protests. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, calling on the Cuban authorities to immediately and unconditionally release all persons detained solely for peacefully exercising their freedom of expression, association and assembly. Parliament also calls on Cuba to guarantee freedom of expression and peaceful assembly, undertake democratic, economic and institutional reforms, and cooperate with the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. It instructs its President to send the resolution to the Cuban Government and National Assembly, the US Government and Congress, EU member states, the VP/HR and the Commission.

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   17 Sept 2026 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 16 ballots · voted 13:12 · B-10-2026-0400 · 2026/2874

   Adopted 374–198–19 · by a large majority
2. Political prisoners in Nicaragua – the cases of Carlos Brenes, Salvadora del Socorro Martínez Aburto and Brooklyn Rivera

   Parliament adopted a resolution on political prisoners in Nicaragua, focusing on Carlos Brenes, Salvadora Martínez Aburto and Brooklyn Rivera. The text condemns the regime's repression and demands the immediate release of all political prisoners, annulment of convictions and information on their fate. It calls for an independent investigation into Rivera's death in custody and for EU sanctions and suspension of the association agreement with Nicaragua.

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   18 Jun 2026 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 9 ballots · voted 13:09 · B-10-2026-0292 · 2026/2765

   Adopted no count published
3. Political repression and humanitarian situation in Cuba

   Parliament adopted a resolution on the political repression and humanitarian situation in Cuba, addressing the crisis caused by internal and external factors, including US sanctions. The text condemns US economic coercion and calls for respect for international law, while reaffirming support for Cuba's sovereignty. It urges the US to halt its embargo and unilateral measures against Cuba.

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   18 Jun 2026 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 31 ballots · voted 13:18 · B-10-2026-0287 · 2026/2735

   Adopted 283–199–85 · by a clear majority
4. Escalating trafficking and exploitation by criminal groups in Haiti

   Parliament adopted a resolution condemning the transformation of criminal groups in Haiti into organised trafficking and exploitation networks, including child recruitment, sexual violence, kidnapping and extortion. It calls for dismantling these networks, treating child victims as victims, and scaling up EU support for anti-trafficking efforts, judicial cooperation, and border monitoring. The resolution also demands full implementation of the UN arms embargo, stronger international cooperation, and increased humanitarian assistance.

   Foreign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

   30 Apr 2026 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 19 ballots · voted 13:07 · B-10-2026-0220 · 2026/2702

   Adopted 511–21–42 · by an overwhelming majority
5. Shortcomings and deficiencies of the ‘Amnesty Law’ in Venezuela

   Parliament adopted a resolution on the shortcomings and deficiencies of Venezuela's Amnesty Law for Democratic Coexistence of 19 February 2026. The text welcomes the release of political prisoners but regrets that full, transparent and consistent implementation, with independent monitoring, has not been met. It condemns the U.S. military interference, calls for accountability for serious human rights violations, and urges the EU and member states to support democratic reforms and humanitarian aid.

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   30 Apr 2026 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 21 ballots · voted 13:10 · B-10-2026-0226 · 2026/2704

   Adopted 507–31–35 · by an overwhelming majority
6. EU-Ecuador Agreement: cooperation between Europol and the Ecuadorian authorities competent for combating serious crime and terrorism

   The agreement allows Europol and Ecuadorian authorities to exchange personal data to fight serious crime and terrorism, with safeguards for privacy and fundamental rights. Parliament gave its consent, so the European Union can conclude the agreement with Ecuador. Parliament asks its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of the member states and Ecuador.

   Digital, AI & dataForeign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

   11 Mar 2026 · Consent · report by Matthieu Valet · consent procedure · voted 12:52 · A-10-2026-0028 · 2025/0120

   Adopted 586–21–11 · by an overwhelming majority
7. Bilateral safeguard clause of the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement and the EU-Mercosur Interim Trade Agreement for agricultural products

   Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law implementing the bilateral safeguard clause of the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement and the Interim Trade Agreement for agricultural products. The law aims to protect sensitive EU agricultural sectors by allowing swift, proportionate safeguard measures when imports from Mercosur countries cause or threaten serious injury to EU producers. Parliament's position includes amendments to the Commission's proposal, and it calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially changes the text.

   Agriculture, food & fisheriesForeign affairsTrade & customs

   10 Feb 2026 · New laws · report by Gabriel Mato · 1st reading · 30 ballots · voted 13:02 · A-10-2025-0254 · 2025/0322

   Adopted 483–102–67 · by a large majority
8. Presidential elections in Honduras, the non-recognition of the outcome by the incumbent administration and the attacks on opposition members of the National Assembly

   Parliament adopted a resolution on the presidential elections in Honduras, the non-recognition of the outcome by the incumbent administration, and attacks on opposition members of the National Assembly. It stresses that the will of the Honduran people expressed on 30 November must be respected and supports the official proclamation of Nasry Asfura as president-elect. It calls for an end to violence and intimidation, condemns the attack on Deputy Gladys López, and considers the decree ordering a recount to have no legal basis. It urges authorities to guarantee a peaceful transfer of power and asks the EU's foreign policy chief to monitor the situation closely.

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   22 Jan 2026 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 16 ballots · voted 12:03 · B-10-2026-0064 · 2026/2571

   Adopted no count published
9. Request for opinion from the Court of Justice on the compatibility with the Treaties of the proposed EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement (EMPA) and Interim Trade Agreement (ITA)

   The resolution asked the Court of Justice to check whether the proposed EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement and Interim Trade Agreement comply with the EU Treaties. Parliament rejected the resolution, so it will not request that opinion.

   Trade & customsForeign affairsEconomy & single market

   21 Jan 2026 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 2 ballots · voted 12:48 · B-10-2026-0060 · 2026/2560

   Rejected 225–402–13 · by a large majority
10. Bilateral safeguard clause of the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement and the EU-Mercosur Interim Trade Agreement for agricultural products

    Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law implementing the bilateral safeguard clause of the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement and the Interim Trade Agreement for agricultural products. The law aims to protect sensitive EU agricultural sectors by allowing swift, proportionate measures when imports from Mercosur countries cause or threaten serious injury to EU producers. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal, and to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and national parliaments.

    Agriculture, food & fisheriesForeign affairsTrade & customs

    16 Dec 2025 · New laws · report by Gabriel Mato · 1st reading · 70 ballots · voted 12:46 · A-10-2025-0254 · 2025/0322

    Adopted 431–161–70 · by a large majority
11. Humanitarian and security situation in Haiti, in particular the rising power of criminal gangs and the recent massacre in Cabaret

    Parliament adopted a resolution on the humanitarian and security situation in Haiti, focusing on the rising power of criminal gangs and the recent massacre in Cabaret. It condemns gang violence, sexual violence, and the recruitment of minors, and demands an immediate cessation of these activities. Parliament welcomes the UN Security Council's decision to deploy a new international security force and calls for restoring public institutions' power. The resolution will be forwarded to EU institutions, CARIFORUM, the Organization of American States, and Haiti's government and parliament.

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    9 Oct 2025 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 13 ballots · voted 13:11 · B-10-2025-0430 · 2025/2905

    Adopted 550–3–54 · by an overwhelming majority
12. EU political strategy on Latin America

    Parliament adopted a resolution setting out its political strategy for relations with Latin America and the Caribbean. The text calls for stronger diplomatic, economic and security ties, and highlights the Global Gateway initiative and the EU-Mercosur Agreement. It also urges a united EU stance on foreign policy, including condemning actions by regimes in Nicaragua, Cuba and Venezuela.

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    8 Oct 2025 · Resolutions · report by Davor Ivo Stier · 5 ballots · voted 14:02 · A-10-2025-0171 · 2025/2083

    Adopted 354–195–77 · by a clear majority
13. Situation in Colombia after the wave of recent terrorist attacks

    Parliament adopted a resolution on the situation in Colombia after a wave of recent terrorist attacks, condemning the assassination of Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay and other violence. The text calls on Colombian authorities to investigate the attacks fully, including intellectual instigators and facilitators, to bring perpetrators to justice. It expresses condolences to victims' families and the people of Colombia, and notes with concern the rise of organised crime and terrorism.

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    11 Sept 2025 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 22 ballots · voted 13:41 · B-10-2025-0366 · 2025/2855

    Adopted 355–173–15 · by a large majority
14. EU-Brazil Agreement: cooperation with and through Europol and the Federal Police of Brazil

    The agreement sets up cooperation between Europol and Brazil's Federal Police, allowing the transfer of personal and non-personal data to fight serious crime and terrorism. Parliament gave its consent, meaning the EU can conclude the agreement with Brazil. The agreement includes safeguards for human rights, privacy, and data protection, as confirmed by the European Data Protection Supervisor.

    Digital, AI & dataForeign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

    9 Sept 2025 · Consent · report by Nikola Bartůšek · consent procedure · voted 13:51 · A-10-2025-0142 · 2024/0321

    Adopted 606–5–19 · by an overwhelming majority
15. Repression by the Ortega-Murillo regime in Nicaragua, targeting human rights defenders, political opponents and religious communities in particular

    Parliament adopted a resolution condemning systematic human rights violations by the Ortega-Murillo regime in Nicaragua, including persecution of the Catholic Church, and rejecting the 2025 constitutional reform as regressive. The text calls on the EU and member states to ensure human rights guarantees for funds, support opposition and civil society in exile, and open International Criminal Court investigations into crimes against humanity. It also demands triggering the Association Agreement's democratic clause, expanding sanctions to Ortega and his circle, and forwarding the resolution to EU bodies and international partners.

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    13 Feb 2025 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 10 ballots · voted 12:39 · B-10-2025-0126 · 2025/2547

    Adopted no count published
16. Situation in Venezuela following the usurpation of the presidency on 10 January 2025

    Parliament adopted a resolution on the situation in Venezuela after Nicolás Maduro took power on 10 January 2025, which it calls a usurpation of the presidency. The text condemns the regime as illegitimate and reiterates recognition of Edmundo González Urrutia as the legitimate president-elect, urging that he should have been sworn in. Parliament calls for strengthened sanctions against Maduro and his circle, and for the release of political prisoners and an end to repression.

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    23 Jan 2025 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 26 ballots · voted 12:16 · B-10-2025-0064 · 2025/2519

    Adopted 374–53–163 · by a large majority
17. The case of José Daniel Ferrier García in Cuba

    Parliament adopted a resolution on the case of José Daniel Ferrer García, a human rights defender detained in Cuba since July 2021. The text condemns human rights violations by the Cuban regime and urges the immediate release of all politically detained persons. Parliament calls for sanctions against Cuban officials and for lifting the PDCA, citing repeated breaches of its human rights clauses.

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    19 Sept 2024 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 14 ballots · voted 13:11 · B-10-2024-0022 · 2024/2805

    Adopted 380–182–51 · by a clear majority
18. Situation in Venezuela

    Parliament adopted a resolution on the situation in Venezuela, condemning the electoral fraud in the 28 July presidential election and not recognising the proclaimed victory of Nicolás Maduro. It acknowledges Edmundo González Urrutia as the legitimate president of Venezuela and calls on the EU and member states to recognise him. The resolution also urges targeted sanctions against regime officials, the release of political prisoners, and support for International Criminal Court investigations.

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    19 Sept 2024 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 42 ballots · voted 13:24 · B-10-2024-0027 · 2024/2810

    Adopted 309–201–12 · by a clear majority

Dossiers involved · latest vote first

1. 2026/2874 Political prisoners in Cuba, in particular the case of Félix Navarro and his daughter Saylí Navarro 17 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
2. 2026/2735 Political repression and humanitarian situation in Cuba 18 Jun 2026 · 1 vote
3. 2026/2765 Political prisoners in Nicaragua – the cases of Carlos Brenes, Salvadora del Socorro Martínez Aburto and Brooklyn Rivera 18 Jun 2026 · 1 vote
4. 2026/2702 Escalating trafficking and exploitation by criminal groups in Haiti 30 Apr 2026 · 1 vote
5. 2026/2704 Shortcomings and deficiencies of the ‘Amnesty Law’ in Venezuela 30 Apr 2026 · 1 vote
6. 2025/0120 EU-Ecuador Agreement: cooperation between Europol and the Ecuadorian authorities competent for combating serious crime and terrorism 11 Mar 2026 · 1 vote
7. 2025/0322 Bilateral safeguard clause of the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement and the EU-Mercosur Interim Trade Agreement for agricultural products 10 Feb 2026 · 2 votes
8. 2026/2571 Presidential elections in Honduras, the non-recognition of the outcome by the incumbent administration and the attacks on opposition members of the National Assembly 22 Jan 2026 · 1 vote
9. 2026/2560 Request for opinion from the Court of Justice on the compatibility with the Treaties of the proposed EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement (EMPA) and Interim Trade Agreement (ITA) 21 Jan 2026 · 1 vote
10. 2025/2905 Humanitarian and security situation in Haiti, in particular the rising power of criminal gangs and the recent massacre in Cabaret 9 Oct 2025 · 1 vote
11. 2025/2083 EU political strategy on Latin America 8 Oct 2025 · 1 vote
12. 2025/2855 Situation in Colombia after the wave of recent terrorist attacks 11 Sept 2025 · 1 vote

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