Where the law stands, Dossier 2025/2522(RSP)
Further deterioration of the political situation in Georgia
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 13 February 2025. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 13 February 2025
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
13 February 2025 · decision 4
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Further deterioration of the political situation in Georgia
Adopted 400 for · 63 against · 81 abstained by a large majority
AI summary:Parliament adopted a resolution on the further deterioration of the political situation in Georgia, condemning the government's decision to pause EU accession talks and the crackdown on protests, media, and opposition.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
AI summary:The only substantive change adds a demand for unhindered access for MEPs to Saakashvili.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 13 Feb 2025
AI summary:Parliament condemns Georgia's Georgian Dream authorities for rigging the October 2024 elections, repressing protesters and media, and halting EU integration. It does not recognise the resulting parliament or president, calls for new elections, sanctions on officials, and redirecting EU funds to civil society.
Tabled for plenary· 12 Feb 2025
Tabled for plenary· 10 Feb 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0118/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns the Georgian Dream authorities' anti-democratic actions, including halting EU accession talks until 2028 and cancelling 49 parliamentary mandates, and demands new elections and release of political prisoners.
Tabled for plenary· 10 Feb 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0106/2025
AI summary:This resolution addresses the deteriorating political situation in Georgia, condemning violence against protesters, the detention of opposition figures, and the stripping of opposition MPs' mandates. It calls for new elections, sanctions on Georgian officials, and support for civil society.
Tabled for plenary· 10 Feb 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0116/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns the violent repression of protesters, media, and opposition in Georgia, and demands the release of detainees and an end to political persecution.
Tabled for plenary· 10 Feb 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0108/2025
AI summary:Parliament refuses to recognise Georgia's self-proclaimed authorities after the 26 October 2024 elections, which it deems rigged, and recognises Salome Zourabichvili as the only legitimate representative. It demands new elections, sanctions on officials, release of detainees, and support for civil society.
Tabled for plenary· 10 Feb 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0112/2025
AI summary:This resolution addresses the deteriorating political situation in Georgia after the October 2024 parliamentary elections, which Parliament says did not meet international standards. It calls for a rerun of elections and an end to repression.
Tabled for plenary· 10 Feb 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0107/2025
AI summary:This resolution addresses the deteriorating political situation in Georgia, covering elections, laws on foreign influence and family values, and EU-Georgia relations.
Tabled for plenary· 10 Feb 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0114/2025
AI summary:The resolution criticises the EU for not recognising Georgia's October 2024 elections and for interfering in its internal affairs, urging the EU to respect Georgia's sovereignty and engage in constructive dialogue.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
13 February 2025
Plenary vote
Sitting of 13 Feb 2025 Motion for a resolution B10-0106/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0107/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0108/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0112/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0114/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0116/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0118/2025Adopted text TA10-0019/2025
12 February 2025
9 amendments tabled for the plenary vote
Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.
21 January 2025
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2025/2522(RSP)