EP Plenary session - Debates on cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law

DROI Hearing on the human rights situation in West Papua, Republic of Indonesia

Debate about politicale prisoners and freedom of expression inside Tibet following the screening of  Leaving Fear Behind  by Dhondup Wangchen

During the plenary session (25-28 March 2019) in the European Parliament in Strasbourg, MEPs vote on the emergency situation in Venezuela.

Emergency situation in Venezuela: extracts from the vote

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 in Strasbourg (11-14 March 2019), MEPs debate on cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law such as the human rights. Statement by Heidi HAUTALA (Greens/EFA, FI) and Neven MIMICA, Member of the EC in charge of International Cooperation and Development on the situation in Kazakhstan, Marietje SCHAAKE (ALDE, NL). Statements by Neven MIMICA, Member of the EC on the situation in Iran and notably the case of human rights defenders. Statements by Xabier BENITO ZILUAGA (GUE/NGL, ES) and Neven MIMICA, Member of the EC on the situation of human rights in Guatemala.

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

Antonio PANZERI (S&D, IT), Chair of the Subcommittee on Human Rights (DROI) of the European Parliament, and Hatice CENGIZ, fiancée of the late Saudi journalist Jamal Ahmad KHASHOGGI, give a joint press point. Jamal KHASHOGGI was murdered on 2 October 2018, while walking into the country's consulate in Istanbul.

Press point by Antonio PANZERI (S&D, IT) and Hatice CENGIZ, fiancée of the late Saudi journalist Jamal Ahmad KHASHOGGI

Antonio TAJANI, EP President meets with Hatice CENGIZ, fiancée of the late Saudi journalist Jamal Ahmad KHASHOGGI: arrival and round table. Jamal KHASHOGGI was murdered on 2 October 2018, while walking into the country's consulate in Istanbul.

Antonio TAJANI, EP President meets with Hatice CENGIZ, fiancée of the late Saudi journalist Jamal Ahmad KHASHOGGI: arrival and round table

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

MEPs debated (30/01) the situation in Venezuela during the plenary session (30-31 january 2019) in Brussels. The debate was wound up with a resolution, voted today, recognizing Juan Guaidó as the only legitimate President of the country. Statements by Esteban GONZÁLEZ PONS (EPP, ES) and Ramón JÁUREGUI ATONDO (S&D, ES). Illustrative shots of Caracas © The Associated Press. The material is offered for the purpose of providing information and/or education on the European Union until 05/12/2022. The assignment to a third part is not allowed. For any other uses contact AP – www.aparchives.com

Situation in Venezuela: extracts from the vote and extracts from the debate (30/01) - illustrative shots from Caracas

MEPs debate the situation in Venezuela during the plenary session (30-31 january 2019) in Brussels. The debate is to be wound up with a resolution, to be voted on Thursday where the EP will be the first EU institution to officially recognize Juan Guaidó as the only legitimate President of the country. Statements by Christos STYLIANIDES, Member of the EC in charge of Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Management, Esteban GONZÁLEZ PONS (EPP, ES), Javier NART (ALDE, ES) and Ramón JÁUREGUI ATONDO (S&D, ES).

Situation in Venezuela: extracts from the debate

Antonio TAJANI, EP President, opens the plenary session (30-31 January 2019) in Brussels, speaking about situation in Venezuela and paying tribute to the mayor of Gdansk murdered on the 14 January.

Opening remarks by Antonio TAJANI, EP President: situation in Venezuela and tribute to the mayor of Gdansk murdered on the 14 January

During the plenary session (14-17 January 2019) of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, MEPs debates on cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law such as the lack of freedom of expression in Azerbaijan and the human rights situation in Sudan. Statements by Rebecca HARMS (Greens/EFA, DE), Charles TANNOCK (ECR, UK), Marietje SCHAAKE (ALDE, NL), Cecilia MALMSTRÖM, Member of the EC in charge of Trade, Bodil VALERO (Greens/EFA, SE), Cécile Kashetu KYENGE (S&D, IT) and Jirí POSPÍSIL (EPP, CZ).

During the plenary session (10-13/12/18) of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, MEPs debate on cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law. Statements on Iran by Heidi HAUTALA (Greens/EFA, FI), Charles TANNOCK (ECR, UK) and Neven MIMICA, Member of the EC in charge of International Cooperation and Development. Statements on Egypt by Ignazio CORRAO (EFDD, IT), Elly SCHLEIN (S&D, IT) and Neven MIMICA. Statements on Tanzania by Soraya POST (S&D, SE), Elena VALENCIANO (S&D, ES) and Neven MIMICA.

Cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law: extracts from the debates on Iran, notably the case of Nasrin Sotoudeh and Egypt, notably the situation of human rights defenders Tanzania

During the plenary session (10-13/12/18) of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, MEPs debate on ruling of the European Court of Human Rights on the case of Selahattin Demirtas, Turkey's pro-Kurdish opposition candidate. Statements by Federica MOGHERINI, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy / Vice-President of the EC, and Kati PIRI (S&D, NL).

Ruling of the European Court of Human Rights on the case of Selahattin Demirtas: extracts from the debate

Debate on Universality and indivisibility of Human Rights in today's global and digital world during the high-level conference for the 70th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, in the European Parliament in Brussels. This event, together with the Human Rights Week (19-22 November), will bring together MEPs, representatives of international organisations and civil society, such as Michelle Bachelet, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Fatou BENSOUDA, General Prosecutor at the International Criminal Court, and Emily O'REILLY, European Ombudsman, to reflect on the core principles of human rights and debate new challenges in a global and digital world.

70th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights: extracts from the debate on Universality and indivisibility of Human Rights in today's global and digital world

Antonio TAJANI, EP President, Federica MOGHERINI, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the EC and António GUTERRES, Secretary General of the United Nations, open the high-level conference for the 70th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, in the European Parliament in Brussels. This event, together with the Human Rights Week (19-22 November), will bring together MEPs, representatives of international organisations and civil society, such as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet, to reflect on the core principles of human rights and debate new challenges in a global and digital world.

70th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights: extracts from the opening speeches

During the plenary session (12-15/08/18) in the European Parliament in Strasbourg, MEPs debate on cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law. Statements by Marek JUREK (ECR, PL), Barbara LOCHBIHLER (Greens/EFA, DE), Ignazio CORRAO (EFDD, IT) and Christos STYLIANIDES, Member of the EC in charge of Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Management on Vietnam that must immediately release all prisoners of conscience. Statements by Pavel SVOBODA (EPP, CZ) and Elena VALENCIANO (S&D, ES) on Cuba that must stop state attacks on peaceful dissidents and civil society. Statements by Miguel URBÁN CRESPO (GUE/NGL, ES) and Marietje SCHAAKE (ALDE, NL) on Bangladesh that must end crackdown on the media and political opposition.

Antonio TAJANI, EP President, opens the plenary session (12-15/11/2018) of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, speaking of the commemoration for the centenary of the first world war, the weather victims in Italy and the release and of Asia Bibi, Pakistani Christian woman condemned to death for blasphemy

Introductory remarks by Antonio TAJANI, EP President

Antonio TAJANI, EP President, opens the plenary session (12-15/11/18) of the European Parliament in Strasbourg. He speaks about Armistice centenary, victims of the floods in Europe / Climate change and Asia Bibi, released from Pakistanese jail

Introductory remarks by Antonio TAJANI, EP President, on Armistice centenary, victims of the floods in Europe / Climate change and Asia Bibi, released from Pakistanese jail

The clip shows the Amsterdam based NGO 'INACH' that brings key players together ensure the respect of human rights on the internet. INACH staff is showing her work methodes to promote online respect, responsibility and citizenship through countering cyber hate, extremism and violence incitement.

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