Where the law stands, Dossier 2026/2617(RSP)
The impact of the 1974 Turkish invasion on Cypriot women and girls, and the crimes committed by Turkish forces and consequences on gender equality
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 8 July 2026. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 8 July 2026
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
8 July 2026 · decision 15
Foreign affairs, Resolution
The impact of the 1974 Turkish invasion on Cypriot women and girls, and the crimes committed by Turkish forces and consequences on gender equality
Adopted 575 for · 33 against · 43 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:The text condemns the invasion and the gender-based violence committed by Turkish forces, and calls for recognition and support for the victims.
Who works on it
- Lead committee
- Women’s Rights and Gender Equality
- The MEP who drafts the report and negotiates it on behalf of the committee.
- Eleonora Meleti (EPP)
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 8 Jul 2026
AI summary:Parliament condemns Türkiye's 1974 invasion and ongoing occupation of Cyprus, and the grave consequences for Cypriot women and girls, including conflict-related sexual violence.
Tabled for plenary· 1 Jul 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0333/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns Türkiye's 1974 invasion and ongoing occupation of Cyprus, focusing on its impact on women and girls, including sexual violence and displacement.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
8 July 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 8 Jul 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0333/2026Adopted text TA10-0262/2026
7 July 2026
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
3 July – 6 July 2026
16 amendments tabled for the plenary vote
Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.
Amendment 1Amendments 2–11Amendment 12Amendments 13–14Amendments 15–16
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2026/2617(RSP)