Where the law stands, Dossier 2026/2641(RSP)
Human trafficking and grave human rights violations linked to the recruitment of non-Russian nationals, in particular from Africa, for Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine
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 March 2026. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 12 March 2026
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
12 March 2026 · decision 3
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Human trafficking and grave human rights violations linked to the recruitment of non-Russian nationals, in particular from Africa, for Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine
Adopted 479 for · 17 against · 43 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:Parliament adopted a resolution condemning Russia's campaign of human trafficking of foreign nationals, particularly Africans, into its armed forces for its war in Ukraine.
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 Mar 2026
AI summary:Parliament condemns Russia's deceptive recruitment of foreign nationals, especially Africans, for its war in Ukraine, calling it a grave human rights violation that may constitute war crimes.
Tabled for plenary· 11 Mar 2026
Tabled for plenary· 9 Mar 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0166/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns the deceptive recruitment of non-Russian nationals, especially Africans, for Russia's war in Ukraine, calling on states, social media platforms, and the EU to combat these practices and support victims.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Mar 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0165/2026
AI summary:Parliament condemns Russia's human trafficking campaign recruiting foreign nationals, especially Africans, for its war in Ukraine, and demands Russia withdraw from Ukraine and compensate for damages.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Mar 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0170/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns Russia's recruitment and trafficking of foreign nationals, especially Africans, for its war in Ukraine, calling it grave human rights violations and forced labour.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Mar 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0175/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns Russia's recruitment and trafficking of non-Russian nationals, especially from Africa, to fight in its war against Ukraine, and calls for action against such practices.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Mar 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0167/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns Russia's war of aggression and its policy of human trafficking and grave human rights violations linked to the recruitment of non-Russian nationals, particularly Africans, for the war in Ukraine.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Mar 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0157/2026
AI summary:Parliament expresses grave concern over documented recruitment practices targeting nationals from Africa and other regions for Russia's war in Ukraine, condemning these as human trafficking and forced labour.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
12 March 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 12 Mar 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0157/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0165/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0166/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0167/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0170/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0175/2026Adopted text TA10-0081/2026
11 March 2026
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Sitting of 11 Mar 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0157/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0165/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0166/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0167/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0170/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0175/2026
11 March 2026
5 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, 2026/2641(RSP)