Where the law stands, Dossier 2025/2797(RSP)
Arbitrary arrest and torture of Belgian-Portuguese researcher Joseph Figueira Martin in the Central African Republic
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 10 July 2025. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 10 July 2025
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
10 July 2025 · decision 4
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Arbitrary arrest and torture of Belgian-Portuguese researcher Joseph Figueira Martin in the Central African Republic
Adopted 617 for · 4 against · 18 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:It demands his immediate and unconditional release and insists that any judicial proceedings comply with due process guarantees.
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· 10 Jul 2025
AI summary:The resolution demands the immediate and unconditional release of researcher Joseph Figueira Martin, arbitrarily detained and tortured in the Central African Republic (CAR).
Tabled for plenary· 9 Jul 2025
Tabled for plenary· 7 Jul 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0323/2025
AI summary:The resolution concerns the arbitrary arrest and torture of Belgian-Portuguese researcher Joseph Figueira Martin in the Central African Republic. It calls for his release or fair trial, investigation of torture allegations, and accountability for the Wagner Group.
Tabled for plenary· 7 Jul 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0342/2025
AI summary:The resolution condemns the arbitrary arrest and torture of Belgian-Portuguese researcher Joseph Figueira Martin by Russian mercenaries in the Central African Republic, and calls for his fair trial or release.
Tabled for plenary· 7 Jul 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0339/2025
AI summary:The resolution condemns the arbitrary arrest and torture of Belgian-Portuguese researcher Joseph Figueira Martin in the Central African Republic and urges his immediate release.
Tabled for plenary· 7 Jul 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0327/2025
AI summary:The resolution expresses deep concern over the arbitrary and inhuman detention of researcher Joseph Figueira Martin in the Central African Republic and calls for his immediate release, medical evacuation, and access to legal representation and consular assistance.
Tabled for plenary· 7 Jul 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0334/2025
AI summary:A resolution on the arbitrary arrest and torture of Belgian-Portuguese researcher Joseph Figueira Martin in the Central African Republic demands his immediate and unconditional release and insists on due process.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 2 steps
10 July 2025
Plenary vote
Sitting of 10 Jul 2025 Motion for a resolution B10-0323/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0327/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0334/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0339/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0342/2025Adopted text TA10-0162/2025
9 July 2025
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Sitting of 9 Jul 2025 Motion for a resolution B10-0323/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0327/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0334/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0339/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0342/2025
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2025/2797(RSP)