Where the law stands, Dossier 2025/2861(RSP)
Case of Victoire Ingabire in Rwanda
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 11 September 2025. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 11 September 2025
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
11 September 2025 · decision 4
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Case of Victoire Ingabire in Rwanda
Adopted 549 for · 2 against · 41 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:The text calls for her immediate release and that of other Dalfa-Umurinzi members and journalists held on abusive charges.
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· 11 Sept 2025
AI summary:The European Parliament strongly condemns the arrest of Victoire Ingabire on 19 June 2025 and expresses concern over abuses against opposition figures, journalists and civil society in Rwanda.
Tabled for plenary· 10 Sept 2025
Tabled for plenary· 8 Sept 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0395/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns the Rwandan government's treatment of opposition leader Victoire Ingabire, calls for her release and fair trial, and urges compliance with international human rights obligations.
Tabled for plenary· 8 Sept 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0393/2025
AI summary:A resolution on the case of Victoire Ingabire in Rwanda, calling for her immediate release and that of other Dalfa-Umurinzi members and journalists, and urging the EU to raise human rights concerns with Rwanda.
Tabled for plenary· 8 Sept 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0397/2025
AI summary:Parliament strongly condemns the arrest of Victoire Ingabire on 19 June 2025 and calls for her immediate release, an end to harassment of opposition figures, and restoration of political space.
Tabled for plenary· 8 Sept 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0392/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns the arrest and detention of opposition figure Victoire Ingabire in Rwanda and the persecution of opposition parties, journalists and human rights defenders.
Tabled for plenary· 8 Sept 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0390/2025
AI summary:The resolution expresses concern over the arrest of Victoire Ingabire and other DALFA-Umurinzi members, calling for independent and transparent trials. It encourages dialogue with opposition parties and respects Rwanda's development model.
Tabled for plenary· 8 Sept 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0394/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns the arrest of Victoire Ingabire and other opposition figures in Rwanda, and the broader crackdown on opposition members and journalists.
Tabled for plenary· 8 Sept 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0391/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns the arrest of opposition leader Victoire Ingabire in Rwanda and demands her immediate release. It calls for EU diplomatic pressure and a review of EU support to Rwanda.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
11 September 2025
Plenary vote
Sitting of 11 Sept 2025 Motion for a resolution B10-0390/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0391/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0392/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0393/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0394/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0395/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0397/2025Adopted text TA10-0193/2025
10 September 2025
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Sitting of 10 Sept 2025 Motion for a resolution B10-0390/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0391/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0392/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0393/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0394/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0395/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0397/2025
10 September 2025
4 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, 2025/2861(RSP)