Where the law stands, Dossier 2024/3014(RSP)
Need for actions to address the continued oppression and fake elections in Belarus
Resolution on a topical subject (RSP): Parliament states its view. It is not binding. · First reading
A resolution tabled by political groups, usually on an urgent matter or in reaction to a statement by the Commission or Council. Not binding.
Where it stands
Parliament’s position
Parliament adopted the text on 22 January 2025. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 22 January 2025
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
22 January 2025 · decision 1
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Need for actions to address the continued oppression and fake elections in Belarus
Adopted 567 for · 25 against · 66 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:MEPs demand the release of all political prisoners, new free elections under international observation, and broader EU sanctions against those responsible.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
AI summary:Adds two names to the list of political prisoners and expands sanctions to cover income sources like potash exports. The other changes are formal or wording: updated media list and rephrased migration description.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 22 Jan 2025
AI summary:Parliament's resolution on Belarus condemns the sham presidential election of 26 January 2025 and the regime's repression, demanding the release of political prisoners and accountability for crimes against humanity.
Tabled for plenary· 20 Jan 2025
Tabled for plenary· 17 Jan 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0057/2025
AI summary:This resolution addresses the continued oppression and fake elections in Belarus. It reiterates non-recognition of Lukashenka as President, denounces the electoral process, and calls for the release of political prisoners and support for democratic forces.
Tabled for plenary· 17 Jan 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0059/2025
AI summary:This resolution rejects the legitimacy of the upcoming presidential election in Belarus on 26 January 2025, calling it a sham to solidify Lukashenka's dictatorship, and refuses to acknowledge his legitimacy as president.
Tabled for plenary· 17 Jan 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0056/2025
AI summary:Parliament's resolution on Belarus denounces the upcoming 26 January 2025 presidential elections as fake and condemns ongoing repression. It calls for release of political prisoners, sanctions extension, and support for Belarusian exiles.
Tabled for plenary· 17 Jan 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0058/2025
AI summary:Parliament's resolution on Belarus condemns repression and the announced 26 January 2025 election, which it says cannot be free or fair, and calls for new elections under OSCE/ODIHR observation.
Tabled for plenary· 16 Jan 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0055/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns the sham presidential election in Belarus on 26 January 2025 and the continued oppression under Aliaksandr Lukashenka. It calls for non-recognition of Lukashenka, release of political prisoners, accountability for crimes against humanity, stronger sanctions, and support for Belarusian democratic forces.
Tabled for plenary· 16 Jan 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0054/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns the continued oppression and fraudulent elections in Belarus, and calls for the release of political prisoners, respect for minority rights, and EU support for Belarusians fleeing the country.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
22 January 2025
Plenary vote
Sitting of 22 Jan 2025 Motion for a resolution B10-0054/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0055/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0056/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0057/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0058/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0059/2025Adopted text TA10-0002/2025
21 January 2025
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
20 January 2025
7 amendments tabled for the plenary vote
Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2024/3014(RSP)