Where the law stands, Dossier 2026/2602(RSP)
Situation in Northeast Syria, the violence against civilians and the need to maintain a sustainable ceasefire
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 12 February 2026. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 12 February 2026
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
12 February 2026 · decision 9
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Situation in Northeast Syria, the violence against civilians and the need to maintain a sustainable ceasefire
Adopted 363 for · 71 against · 81 abstained by a large majority
AI summary:The text welcomes the agreement between the Syrian authorities and the Syrian Democratic Forces, which recognizes Kurdish national rights and integrates Kurdish forces into the state.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
AI summary:The change adds a call for member states to repatriate their nationals from camps and bring adults to justice, while retaining the call on the Syrian Government.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 12 Feb 2026
AI summary:Parliament condemns violence against civilians in Northeast Syria, demands humanitarian access, and supports the ceasefire and Kurdish rights.
Tabled for plenary· 11 Feb 2026
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0140/2026
AI summary:This resolution addresses the situation in Northeast Syria, violence against civilians, and the need for a sustainable ceasefire. It calls for respect for international humanitarian law, support for a Syrian-led political process, and EU focus on border security and counter-terrorism.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0139/2026
AI summary:Parliament's resolution on the situation in Northeast Syria condemns recent violence and human rights violations against civilians, especially Kurds, and calls for investigations and UN access.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0136/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns violence against civilians in Northeast Syria, calls for respect of the ceasefire and the SDF-Syrian government agreement, and demands humanitarian access and protection for women and minorities.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0114/2026
AI summary:Parliament condemns attacks on civilians in northeast Syria and demands an immediate end to military operations, respect for international law, and independent investigations into war crimes.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0115/2026
AI summary:Parliament condemns the violent clashes between Syrian transitional government forces and the SDF in north-east Syria, which have caused civilian deaths and mass displacement.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0138/2026
AI summary:Parliament's resolution on Northeast Syria welcomes the 30 January 2026 agreement between Syrian transitional authorities and the SDF, and calls for its full implementation, protection of civilians, and EU support.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
12 February 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 12 Feb 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0114/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0115/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0116/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0136/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0137/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0138/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0139/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0140/2026Adopted text TA10-0053/2026
11 February 2026
26 amendments tabled for the plenary vote
Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.
Amendment 1Amendments 2–5Amendment 6Amendments 7–16Amendments 17–19Amendments 20–21Amendments 22–26
10 February 2026
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2026/2602(RSP)