Where the law stands, Dossier 2026/2643(RSP)
Case of Elene Khoshtaria and political prisoners under the Georgian Dream regime
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 5
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Case of Elene Khoshtaria and political prisoners under the Georgian Dream regime
Adopted 438 for · 37 against · 81 abstained by a large majority
AI summary:It condemns politically motivated detention of Khoshtaria and others, calling for their immediate and unconditional release.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
AI summary:Adds concern over Saakashvili's detention and health, calling him a political hostage. Adds concern over foreign influence and investigations against researchers, urging restoration of freedoms.
Tabled for plenary → Tabled for plenary
AI summary:The new version expands the resolution to cover broader repression, adds specific cases like Mzia Amaglobeli, and calls for sanctions, visa bans, and investigations into ill-treatment and chemical weapons use. It also demands repeal of restrictive laws, stresses EU-Georgia obligations, and reaffirms support for Georgian activists, while removing earlier calls for bilateral sanctions and concerns about visa suspension.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 12 Mar 2026
AI summary:Parliament condemns the politically motivated detention of Elene Khoshtaria and others in Georgia, demanding their immediate release and the withdrawal of charges.
Tabled for plenary· 11 Mar 2026
Tabled for plenary· 9 Mar 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0161/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns the arrest and prosecution of Elene Khoshtaria and other political prisoners in Georgia, and calls for their release.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Mar 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0174/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns democratic backsliding in Georgia under Georgian Dream rule and calls for the release of political prisoners, including Elene Khoshtaria, Mikheil Saakashvili, and Mzia Amaglobeli.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Mar 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0164/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns the Georgian Dream authorities for persecuting political opponents, journalists and activists, and demands the release of Elene Khoshtaria and all other political prisoners.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Mar 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0158/2026
AI summary:This resolution expresses deep concern over politically motivated prosecutions and judicial harassment in Georgia, particularly the case of opposition politician Elene Khoshtaria, and calls for her release and an end to political persecution.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Mar 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0171/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns democratic backsliding and repression in Georgia, urging authorities to release political prisoners and repeal restrictive laws.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Mar 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0162/2026
AI summary:This resolution addresses the case of Elene Khoshtaria and political prisoners under the Georgian Dream regime, calling for a fair trial and respect for democratic processes.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Mar 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0168/2026
AI summary:This resolution condemns the politically motivated detention of Elene Khoshtaria and other political prisoners in Georgia, and calls for their immediate release.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
12 March 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 12 Mar 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0158/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0161/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0162/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0164/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0168/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0171/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0174/2026Adopted text TA10-0083/2026
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 B10-0158/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0161/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0162/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0164/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0168/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0171/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0174/2026
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, 2026/2643(RSP)