Waiver of Immunity for Diana Iovanovici Şoşoacă

Summary

The European Parliament decided to partially waive the immunity of MEP Diana Iovanovici Şoşoacă regarding several criminal allegations, while protecting her speech made during a parliamentary session.
10 28.04.2026
Other
criminal law
human rights
parliamentary rules of procedure

Key points

  • The European Parliament reviewed a request from the Romanian government to lift the legal immunity of an MEP.
  • Immunity will be waived for several alleged criminal acts, including threats against police officers, antisemitic remarks, and the glorification of war criminals.
  • The waiver does not cover a speech made during an official parliamentary session, as such statements are protected to ensure the independence of the institution.
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