Human Rights Crisis in Bahrain and the Case of Nabeel Rajab

Summary

The motion calls for the immediate release of human rights defenders in Bahrain, specifically Nabeel Rajab, and condemns repressive government measures against peaceful opposition.
10 09.07.2015
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justice
civil law
government
human rights
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freedom of assembly
diplomatic relations
public administration
international relations

Key points

  • The motion calls for the immediate and unconditional release of all human rights defenders and political activists, specifically naming Nabeel Rajab and Sheikh Ali Salman.
  • The European Parliament condemns the ongoing use of torture and other cruel or degrading treatment against prisoners and protesters.
  • There is grave concern regarding the use of anti-terrorism legislation to revoke the nationality of citizens, leading to statelessness.
  • The motion suggests an EU ban on the export of tear gas, crowd control equipment, and surveillance technologies used for human rights violations.
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