Where the law stands, Dossier 2026/2613(RSP)
Targeted expulsions of foreign journalists and Christians in Türkiye under national security pretexts
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 4
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Targeted expulsions of foreign journalists and foreign Christians in Türkiye under national security pretexts
Adopted 502 for · 2 against · 59 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:The text calls on Türkiye to halt deportation proceedings against Iranian journalist Kaveh Taheri and to stop using security codes against foreign nationals without transparent justification.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
AI summary:Adds a recital and a paragraph linking the expulsions to broader restrictions on freedoms and democratic decline. The other changes are formal or wording: a date is completed and a phrase is rephrased.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 12 Feb 2026
AI summary:Parliament's resolution condemns Türkiye's targeted expulsions of foreign journalists and Christians under national security pretexts, citing lack of evidence and due process.
Tabled for plenary· 11 Feb 2026
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0134/2026
AI summary:This resolution addresses the expulsion of foreign journalists and Christians from Türkiye under national security pretexts. It calls on Türkiye to halt deportation proceedings against Kaveh Taheri and to stop using security codes against foreign nationals without transparent justification.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0129/2026
AI summary:This resolution addresses the expulsion and harassment of foreign journalists and Christians in Türkiye under national security pretexts. It calls on Turkish authorities to stop such practices and on the Commission to act firmly.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0127/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns Türkiye's expulsion of foreign Christians and arrests of journalists under national security pretexts, calling for an end to these practices and for EU accession negotiations to be ended.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0120/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns Türkiye's targeted expulsions of foreign journalists and Christians under national-security pretexts, urging an end to security codes N-82 and G-87, release of Kaveh Taheri, and alignment of laws with European standards.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0118/2026
AI summary:This resolution addresses the expulsion and detention of foreign journalists and Christians in Türkiye under national security pretexts. It calls for the release of detained individuals, an end to harassment, and protection of religious minorities.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0111/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns Türkiye's expulsions of foreign journalists and Christians under security pretexts, and its broader democratic backsliding and human rights abuses.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Feb 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0131/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns Türkiye's use of national security pretexts to expel foreign Christians and journalists, citing cases like Kaveh Taheri and Kenneth Arthur Wiest. It urges Türkiye to ensure fair treatment, review security codes, lift unjustified bans, and protect press freedom.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
12 February 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 12 Feb 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0111/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0118/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0120/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0127/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0129/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0131/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0134/2026Adopted text TA10-0047/2026
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 B10-0111/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0118/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0120/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0127/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0129/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0131/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0134/2026
11 February 2026
6 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, 2026/2613(RSP)