Plenary session- Situation in Sudan

Plenary session - Listing the third countries whose nationals must be in possession of visas when crossing the external borders and those whose nationals are exempt from that requirement (Kosovo)

Plenary session- Major interpellations (Rule 130b)

Plenary session - Zimbabwe

Plenary session - Rule of law and fundamental rights in Hungary, developments since September 2018

EP plenary session - Sudan

EP plenary session -Situation of fundamental rights in the European Union in 2017

EP plenary session- Debates on cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law (Rule 135)- Votes Followed by Explanations of Votes

EP plenary session - The ruling of the European Court of Human Rights on the case of Salahattin Demirtas

EP plenary session - Findings and recommendations of the Special Committee on Terrorism

EP plenary session - Votes

Conference on individual liberties and gender equality in Morocco and Tunisia - A crossed look on the current social debates

EP Plenary session - The human rights situation in Bangladesh

EP plenary session- Deterioration of media freedom in Belarus, notably the case of Charter 97

EP plenary session - Cambodia, notably the case of Kem Sokha

EP Plenary session - The situation in Hungary

Trading Humans in Libya and the Middle East.

Plenary session - Burundi

2nd European Parliament-Tunisian Parliament Joint Parliamentary Meeting

LIBE Committee meeting ' Implementation of current measures and of the border coast guard package adopted on 15 December 2015  '

Marie-Christine VERGIAT, Kyriacos TRIANTAPHYLLIDES, Nikolaos CHOUNTIS

Plenary session week 16 - Current situation in Cyprus. Demonstration: Hand off - Cyprus, Portugal, Greece, Spain, Ireland

Plenary session week 43 2012 - European Year of Citizens (2013)

Plenary Session Week 24 2012- Human rights and the security situation in the Sahel region

During the plenary session (15-18 April 2019) in the European Parliament in Strasbourg, MEPs debate on the situation in Sudan. Statements by Federica MOGHERINI, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy / Vice-President of the EC, Joachim ZELLER (EPP, DE), Enrique GUERRERO SALOM (S&D, ES), Marietje SCHAAKE (ALDE, NL), Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR) and Neena GILL (S&D, UK).

Situation in Sudan: extracts from the debate

During the plenary session (25-28 March 2019) in the European Parliament in Strasbourg, MEPs vote on the fundamental rights of people of African descent. They debated on 14 March 2019 during the previous plenary session, in Strasbourg. Statements by Cécile Kashetu KYENGE (S&D, IT), Valdis DOMBROVSKIS, Vice-President of the EC in charge of the Euro and Social Dialogue, José Inácio FARIA (EPP, PT), Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR) and views of the votes.

Fundamental rights of people of African descent: extracts from the debate (14/03) and from the vote

During the plenary session (11-14 February 2019) of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, MEPs debate on cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law such as the situation in Chechnya, and the case of Oyub Titiev, the situation in Zimbabwe and the Women's rights defenders in Saudi Arabia. Statements by Rebecca HARMS (Greens/EFA, DE), Marietje SCHAAKE (ALDE, NL), Charles TANNOCK (ECR, UK), Cecilia MALMSTRÖM, Member of the EC in charge of Trade, Geoffrey VAN ORDEN (ECR, UK), Catherine BEARDER (ALDE, UK), and Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR).

Cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law: extracts from the debates

Gabriele ZIMMER (GUE/NGL, DE), GUE/NGL Group Leader, Barbara SPINELLI (GUE/NGL, IT), and Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR), speak to the press in the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

Press conference by Gabriele ZIMMER (GUE/NGL, DE), GUE/NGL Group Leader, Barbara SPINELLI (GUE/NGL, IT), and Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR) GUE/NGL press briefing

During the plenary session (10-13/12/18) of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, MEPs vote on the final report of its Special Committee on Terrorism, calling for a self-standing portfolio for the Commissioner for “Security Union” and urging member states to strengthen cooperation and swiftly share information when the threat level increases. Statements by Monika HOHLMEIER (EPP, DE), Helga STEVENS (ECR, BE), Julian KING, Member of the EC in charge of the Security Union, Teresa JIMÉNEZ-BECERRIL BARRIO (EPP, ES), Caterina CHINNICI (S&D, IT), Maite PAGAZAURTUNDÚA RUIZ (ALDE, ES) and Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR).

Findings and recommendations of the Special Committee on Terrorism: extracts from the debate and illustrative shots

Candidates for the 2018 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought are presented at a joint meeting with the Foreign Affairs (AFET) and Development (DEVE) committees and the Human Rights Subcommittee (DROIT) in the European parliament in Brussels. This year there are eight candidates. The Foreign Affairs and Development committees will vote on 9 October to shortlist the three finalists. Parliament's Conference of Presidents will select the final winner on 25 October. The candidates are AfriForum, Seyran Ateş, Caesar, Dewayne Johnson, NGOs protecting human rights and saving lives of migrants across the Mediterranean Sea, Oleg Sentsov, Mary Wagner and Nasser Zefzafi.

Sakharov Prize 2018: presentation of the candidates

Live replay of the debate on the situation in Hungary: MEPs debate -

Debate on the situation in Hungary: MEPs debate - Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR) (16:04 - 16:06)

During the EP plenary session (12 - 15 March 2018) in Strasbourg, MEPs debate on the arrest of human rights defenders in Sudan, notably the case of Sakharov Prize laureate Salih Mahmoud Osman. Statements by Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR), Ana GOMES (S&D, PT), Julie WARD (S&D, UK), Michèle RIVASI (Greens/EFA, FR) and Johannes HAHN, Member of the EC in charge of European Neighbourhood Policy and Enlargement Negotiations. Illustration shots on the day in which Salih Mahmoud OSMAN received the Sakharov Prize 2007 (11/12/2007).

The arrest of human rights defenders in Sudan, notably the case of Sakharov Prize laureate Salih Mahmoud Osman: extracts from the debate and illustrative pictures

During the joint meeting of the Committees on Foreign Affairs (AFET), Development (DEVE) and Subcommittee on Human Rights (DROI) in Strasbourg, Political group members present the six nominees for the 2017 Sakharov Prize. The 29th Sakharov Prize will be awarded during the plenary session on 13 December. The nominees for 2017 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought are Asia Bibi (Aasiya Noreen), Aura Lolita Chavez Ixcaquic, Selahattin Demirtas and Figen Yuksekdag, Democratic Opposition in Venezuela, Dawit Isaak and Pierre Claver Mbonimpa. They are presented by Anna Elzbieta FOTYGA (ECR, PL), Molly SCOTT CATO (Grenns/EFA, UK), Florent MARCELLESI (Greens/EFA, ES), Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR), Jose Ignacio SALAFRANCA SANCHEZ-NEYRA (EPP, ES), Beatriz BECERRA BASTERRECHEA (ALDE, ES), Elena VALENCIANO (S&D, ES), Cecilia WIKSTROM (ALDE, SE) and Fabio Massimo CASTALDO (EFDD, IT).

Sakharov Prize 2017: presentation of the candidates Asia Bibi, Aura Lolita Chavez Ixcaquic, Selahattin Demirtaş and Figen Yüksekdağ, the Democratic Opposition in Venezuela, Dawit Isaak and Pierre Claver Mbonimpa

During the EP plenary session (11-14 September 2017) in Strasbourg, MEPs debate on cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law. Statements on Cambodia, notably the case of Kem Sokha by Federica MOGHERINI. Statements on Gabon, repression of the opposition by Jo LEINEN (S&amp;D, DE), Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR), Yannick JADOT (Greens/EFA, FR) and Federica MOGHERINI. Statements on Laos, notably the cases of Somphone Phimmasone, Lod Thammavong and Soukane Chaithad by Barbara LOCHBIHLER (Greens/EFA, DE), Miguel URBAN CRESPO (GUE/NGL, ES), and Federica MOGHERINI.Statements on Myanmar, in particular the situation of Rohingyas by Barbara LOCHBIHLER (Greens/EFA, DE), Pier Antonio PANZERI (S&amp;D, IT), Cristian Dan PREDA (EPP, RO) and Federica MOGHERINI..

During the EP plenary session (15-18 May 2017) in Strasbourg, MEPs debate on cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law. Statements on Zambia, particularly the case of Hakainde Hichilema, by Charles TANNOCK (ECR, UK), rapporteur, Soraya POST (S&amp;D, SE) and Corina CRETU, Member of the EC in charge of Regional Policy. Statements on Ethiopia, notably the case of Dr Merera Gudina, by Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR), Marietje SCHAAKE (ALDE, NL) and Corina CRETU, Member of the EC in charge of Regional Policy. Statements on South Sudan by Ignazio CORRAO (EFDD, IT), SOLE Jordi (Greens/EFA, es) and Corina CRETU, Member of the EC in charge of Regional Policy.

Cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law: extracts from the debates on Zambia, particularly the case of Hakainde Hichilema - Ethiopia, notably the case of Dr Merera Gudina - South Sudan

During the EP plenary session (15-18 May 2017) in Strasbourg, MEPs debate on Dadaab refugee camp. Statements by Christos STYLIANIDES, Member of the EC in charge of Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Management, &nbsp;Mariya GABRIEL (EPP, BG), Elena VALENCIANO (S&amp;D, SE), Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR), and Heidi Anneli HAUTALA (Greens/EFA, FI).

Dadaab refugee camp: extracts from the debate

During the EP Plenary session (3-6 April 2017) in Strasbourg, MEPs debate on Russia, the arrest of Alexei Navalny and other protestors, Belarus and Bangladesh, including child marriages. Statements on Russia by Charles TANNOCK (ECR, UK), Soraya POST (S&amp;D, SE), Tunne KELAM (EPP, EE), Authors, and Neven MIMICA, Member of the EC in charge of International Cooperation and Development. Statements on Belarus by Petras AUSTREVICIUS (ALDE, LT), Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR), Authors. Statements on Bangladesh by Fabio Massimo CASTALDO (EFDD, IT), Ulrike LUNACEK (Greens/EFA, AT), Authors, and Neven MIMICA, Member of the EC in charge of International Cooperation and Development..

Cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law: extracts from the debates on Russia, the arrest of Alexei Navalny and other protestors, Belarus and Bangladesh, including child marriages

During the EP plenary session (3-6 April 2017) in Strasbourg, MEPs debate on the role of EU External Action in addressing refugee and migrant movements. Statements by Boguslaw LIBERADZKI (S&amp;D, PL), EP Vice-President, Elena VALENCIANO (S&amp;D, ES), Rapporteur, Agustin DIAZ DE MERA GARCIA CONSUEGRA (EPP, ES), Neven MIMICA, Member of the EC in charge of International Cooperation and Development, Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR), Mariya GABRIEL (EPP, BG), Enrique GUERRERO SALOM (S&amp;D, ES) and Charles TANNOCK (ECR, UK).

Addressing refugee and migrant movements: the role of EU External Action: extracts from the debate on the report by Elena VALENCIANO (EPP, ES) and Agustín DIAZ DE MERA GARCIA CONSUEGRA (S&D, ES)

During the EP Plenary session (13-16/02) in Strasbourg, Dita CHARANZOVA (ALDE, CZ), Molly SCOTT CATO (Grenns/EFA, UK) and Cecilia MALMSTR&Ouml;M, Member of the EC in charge of debate on the situation of human rights and democracy in Nicaragua, the case of Francesca Ramirez. Marietje SCHAAKE (ALDE, NL), Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR) and&nbsp;Cecilia MALMSTR&Ouml;M, Member of the EC in charge of Tradeon executions in Kuwait and Bahrain. And Gabriel MATO (EPP, ES), Ignazio CORRAO (EFDD, IT) and Cecilia MALMSTR&Ouml;M, Member of the EC in charge of Trade debate on Guatemala, notably the situation of human rights defenders

Debates on cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law: extracts

During the EP Plenary session (13-16/02) in Strasbourg, Monica MACOVEI (ECR, RO), Julian KING, Member of the EC in charge of the Security Union, Marielle DE SARNEZ (ALDE, FR), Tanja FAJON (S&amp;D, SI), Sophia IN'T VELD (ALDE, NL), Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR)&nbsp; debate&nbsp;on reinforcement of checks against relevant databases at external borders

Reinforcement of checks against relevant databases at external borders: extracts from the debate

Debates on cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law, during the EP plenary session (12-15December 2016) in Strasbourg. Statements on the cases of the Larung Gar Tibetan Buddhist Academy and of Ilham Tohti by Fabio Massimo CASTALDO (EFDD, IT), Author, Molly SCOTT CATO (Grenns/EFA, UK), and Vytenis ANDRIUKAITIS, Member of the EC in charge of Health and Food Safety.
Statements on the situation of the Rohingya minority in Myanmar by Molly SCOTT CATO (Grenns/EFA, UK), Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR), Urmas PAET (ALDE, EE), and Vytenis ANDRIUKAITIS, Member of the EC in charge of Health and Food Safety.
Statements on mass graves in Iraq by Charles TANNOCK (ECR, UK), Heidi Anneli HAUTALA (Greens/EFA, FI), Javier COUSO PERMUY (GUE/NGL, ES), and Vytenis ANDRIUKAITIS, Member of the EC in charge of Health and Food Safety.

Meeting of the Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (LIBE)&nbsp;on the situation in Calais in the EP in Brussels. Exchange of views with Jacques TOUBON, French Defender of Rights, and statements by&nbsp;Ana GOMES (S&amp;D, PT), Rapporteur, and Marie-Christine VERGIAT (GUE/NGL, FR).

Situation in Calais: extracts from the exchange of views with Jacques TOUBON, French Defender of Rights at the Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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