Where the law stands, Dossier 2026/2565(RSP)
Brutal repression against protesters in Iran
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 22 January 2026. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 22 January 2026
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
22 January 2026 · decision 9
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Brutal repression against protesters in Iran
Adopted 562 for · 9 against · 57 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:Parliament adopted a resolution condemning Iran's brutal crackdown on anti-regime protests, which it says have killed thousands and led to over 10 000 arrests.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
AI summary:The versions differ only in formal points: a date is completed with the year.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 22 Jan 2026
AI summary:Parliament condemns Iran's violent crackdown on protesters since December 2025, expressing solidarity with the Iranian people and demanding an end to violence, executions, and repression.
Tabled for plenary· 20 Jan 2026
Tabled for plenary· 19 Jan 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0069/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns the violent crackdown on protesters in Iran, supports the Iranian people's rights, and calls for investigations, internet restoration, and an end to lethal force.
Tabled for plenary· 19 Jan 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0083/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns Iran's violent crackdown on protests since late 2025, expresses solidarity with the Iranian people, and calls for an end to repression, release of detainees, and respect for human rights.
Tabled for plenary· 19 Jan 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0080/2026
AI summary:Parliament condemns Iran's violent crackdown on protesters since December 2025, including lethal force, chemical weapons, internet shutdowns, and the death penalty, and expresses solidarity with the Iranian people.
Tabled for plenary· 19 Jan 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0071/2026
AI summary:Parliament condemns Iran's lethal crackdown on protesters, demands an end to violence, release of detainees, and restoration of internet and telecoms.
Tabled for plenary· 19 Jan 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0077/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns Iran's violent crackdown on protests that began on 28 December 2025, citing thousands of deaths and arrests, and calls for accountability, release of detainees, and an end to lethal force.
Tabled for plenary· 19 Jan 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0095/2026
AI summary:The European Parliament condemns the brutal repression of protests in Iran, demands release of detainees, and calls for accountability and sanctions against the regime.
Tabled for plenary· 19 Jan 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0081/2026
AI summary:The European Parliament condemns Iran's brutal repression of protests and expresses solidarity with the Iranian people.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
22 January 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 22 Jan 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0069/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0071/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0077/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0080/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0081/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0083/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0095/2026Adopted text TA10-0023/2026
20 January 2026
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
20 January 2026
19 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, 2026/2565(RSP)