Where the law stands, Dossier 2025/2510(RSP)
Case of Jean-Jacques Wondo in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
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 23 January 2025. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 23 January 2025
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
23 January 2025 · decision 1
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Case of Jean-Jacques Wondo in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Adopted Decided by show of hands: no count recorded.
AI summary:It deplores the reinstatement of the death penalty, the military court ruling over civilians, and the lack of a fair trial, and urges the DRC to halt executions and reform its judicial system.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
No change of substance: the two versions differ only in presentation — cover page, numbering or the parts a report carries that the adopted text does not.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 23 Jan 2025
AI summary:Parliament condemns the death sentence of Jean-Jacques Wondo and others in the DRC, citing violations of fair trial rights. It urges the DRC to overturn the sentences, reinstate a moratorium on executions, and abolish the death penalty.
Tabled for plenary· 22 Jan 2025
Tabled for plenary· 20 Jan 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0065/2025
AI summary:The resolution expresses concern about the trial of Jean-Jacques Wondo, opposes the death penalty, and calls for a civilian trial and the re-establishment of the moratorium.
Tabled for plenary· 20 Jan 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0084/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns the imprisonment and death sentence of Jean-Jacques Wondo in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, demands his release, and calls for EU action.
Tabled for plenary· 20 Jan 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0072/2025
AI summary:A resolution on the case of Jean-Jacques Wondo in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, who was sentenced to death after a military trial. It deplores the reinstatement of the death penalty and calls for a fair trial and medical care.
Tabled for plenary· 20 Jan 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0069/2025
AI summary:A resolution expressing grave concern at the death sentence of Jean-Jacques Wondo and 36 others in the DRC, urging authorities to overturn the sentences and uphold fair trials.
Tabled for plenary· 20 Jan 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0070/2025
AI summary:A resolution on the case of Jean-Jacques Wondo in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), who was sentenced to death in 2024. It calls for his innocence to be considered and for the EU to withdraw or reorient its engagement in the DRC.
Tabled for plenary· 20 Jan 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0078/2025
AI summary:The resolution condemns the death sentence of Jean-Jacques Wondo and 36 others in the Democratic Republic of Congo, citing unfair trial and human rights concerns.
Tabled for plenary· 20 Jan 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0081/2025
AI summary:A resolution on the case of Jean-Jacques Wondo in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), expressing grave concern over his death sentence and lack of credible evidence, and urging his release or a fair trial.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
23 January 2025
Plenary vote
Sitting of 23 Jan 2025 Motion for a resolution B10-0065/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0069/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0070/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0072/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0078/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0081/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0084/2025Adopted text TA10-0003/2025
22 January 2025
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Sitting of 22 Jan 2025 Motion for a resolution B10-0065/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0069/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0070/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0072/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0078/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0081/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0084/2025
22 January 2025
5 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, 2025/2510(RSP)