Where the law stands, Dossier 2025/2710(RSP)
The human cost of Russia’s war against Ukraine and the urgent need to end Russian aggression: the situation of illegally detained civilians and prisoners of war, and the continued bombing of civilians
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 9 July 2025. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 9 July 2025
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
9 July 2025 · decision 14
Foreign affairs, Resolution
The human cost of Russia’s war against Ukraine and the urgent need to end Russian aggression: the situation of illegally detained civilians and prisoners of war, and the continued bombing of civilians
Adopted 507 for · 77 against · 45 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:Parliament adopted a resolution condemning Russia's unlawful detention, torture and killing of Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilians, and its indiscriminate attacks on civilian areas.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
AI summary:Adds condemnations of specific atrocities against Ukrainian artists, journalists, and deceased civilians, and demands action. Adds a call for Hungary and Slovakia to align with EU policy and stop obstructing Russia sanctions. Adds a reiteration of calls for immediate delivery of weapons systems like Taurus missiles. The other change is formal: updates a date to include the year.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 9 Jul 2025
AI summary:Parliament condemns Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine and demands an immediate ceasefire, full withdrawal, and release of all detained and deported Ukrainians.
Tabled for plenary· 4 Jul 2025
Tabled for plenary· 2 Jul 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0308/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns Russia's unlawful detention, torture, and execution of Ukrainian POWs and civilians, and its indiscriminate attacks on civilians. It urges an all-for-all prisoner exchange, support for a Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression, and further sanctions on Russia.
Tabled for plenary· 2 Jul 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0306/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns Russia's war against Ukraine and demands an immediate withdrawal of Russian forces. It calls for the release of all illegally detained Ukrainian civilians and prisoners of war, and for accountability for war crimes.
Tabled for plenary· 2 Jul 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0303/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns Russia's war against Ukraine and demands an immediate ceasefire, the release of all detained civilians and prisoners of war, and full access for international organizations to detention sites.
Tabled for plenary· 2 Jul 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0307/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns Russia's war against Ukraine and demands an immediate ceasefire, withdrawal of troops, and release of all detained and deported Ukrainians.
Tabled for plenary· 2 Jul 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0304/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns Russia's war against Ukraine and demands an immediate end to military activities, withdrawal of forces, and compensation for damage.
Tabled for plenary· 2 Jul 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0305/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns Russia's war against Ukraine and demands an immediate ceasefire, withdrawal of forces, and release of all detained Ukrainians.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
9 July 2025
Plenary vote
Sitting of 9 Jul 2025 Motion for a resolution B10-0303/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0304/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0305/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0306/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0307/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0308/2025Adopted text TA10-0160/2025
4 July 2025
14 amendments tabled for the plenary vote
Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.
16 June 2025
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2025/2710(RSP)