Where the law stands, Dossier 2026/2611(RSP)
Post-election situation in Uganda and threats against opposition leader Bobi Wine
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 2
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Post-election situation in Uganda and threats against opposition leader Bobi Wine
Adopted 514 for · 3 against · 56 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:The text calls on Ugandan authorities to ensure the safety of all political actors and to resolve disputes peacefully.
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· 12 Feb 2026
AI summary:Parliament's resolution condemns Uganda's 2026 elections and the crackdown on opposition, civil society, journalists and protesters, including threats to Bobi Wine and the killing of Mesach Okello.
Tabled for plenary· 11 Feb 2026
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0124/2026
AI summary:This resolution addresses the post-election situation in Uganda and threats against opposition leader Bobi Wine. It calls for restraint, safety for political actors, electoral reforms, and an EU evaluation of funding to Uganda.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0121/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns post-election repression in Uganda, including violence against opposition leader Bobi Wine and others, and demands the release of arbitrarily detained individuals.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0125/2026
AI summary:Parliament condemns the fraudulent conduct of the 15 January 2026 elections in Uganda and the crackdown on opposition, civil society, and media.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0132/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns intimidation and violence against Uganda's opposition, including Bobi Wine, and calls on the government to ensure safety, release detainees, investigate abuses, and uphold democratic rights.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0123/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns the human rights situation and post-election crackdown in Uganda, including violence against opposition leader Bobi Wine and his party, and calls for an end to abuses and accountability.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
12 February 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 12 Feb 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0121/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0123/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0124/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0125/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0132/2026Adopted text TA10-0045/2026
11 February 2026
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Sitting of 11 Feb 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0121/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0123/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0124/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0125/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0132/2026
11 February 2026
1 amendment tabled for the plenary vote
Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2026/2611(RSP)