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EP Resolution of 14 March 2024 on political prisoners in Venezuela

The case of Rocío San Miguel and General Hernández Da Costa, among other political prisoners in Venezuela

Parliament strongly condemns the Maduro regime in Venezuela for imprisoning hundreds of political prisoners held in conditions that fail to meet the United Nations standard minimum rules for their treatment.

Demanding their immediate and unconditional release, Parliament exhorts the regime to cease repressing and attacking civil society and the opposition. MEPs want the EU to increase sanctions, including on high-level officials, members of the security forces, members of the regime's Supreme Tribunal of Justice and Maduro himself.

EP Resolution of 8 February 2024 on further repression against the democratic forces in Venezuela

Further repression against the democratic forces in Venezuela: attacks on presidential candidate Maria Corina Machado

The decision by the Venezuelan Supreme Tribunal of Justice to disqualify MaríaCorina Machado has no legal grounds and she remains eligible to run for the elections, states Parliament in its resolution adopted on Thursday by 446 votes in favour, 21 against and 32 abstentions. The text also strongly condemns the attempts to prevent other opposition politicians, such as Henrique Capriles, from holding public office.

Respecting the Barbados agreement could be a turning point towards democracy

MEPs condemn the attacks, alleged forced disappearances, arrests and arrest warrants against the opposition, civil society, human rights defenders and journalists, and the interference of Nicolás Maduro's regime in the electoral process.

EP Resolution of 13 July 2023 on the political disqualifications in Venezuela

The political disqualifications in Venezuela

Parliament strongly condemns the Venezuelan regime's arbitrary and unconstitutional decision to prevent prominent political opposition figures like María Corina Machado, Leopoldo López, Henrique Capriles and Freddy Superlano from running in the 2024 elections, a ballot which could have constituted a turning point towards a return to democracy in the country. MEPs deplore the outright interference of authoritarian leader Nicolás Maduro's government in the electoral process and the current serious restrictions on Venezuelans' right to choose their political representatives. They urge the country's authorities to provide the conditions to ensure a fair, free, inclusive and transparent vote.

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EP Resolution of 21 January 2021 on the latest developments in the National Assembly of Venezuela

• National Assembly established on 5 January 2021 is not legitimate
• More than 350 political prisoners must be unconditionally and immediately released
• Venezuela needs urgent support as agreed by the Donors Conference

MEPs call on the Council to unequivocally recognise Juan Guaidó as the legitimate interim President of Venezuela, and welcome the recent extension of EU sanctions.

In a resolution adopted on Thursday by 391 votes for, 114 against and 177 abstentions, MEPs state that they do not recognise the legitimacy or legality of the "fraudulent National Assembly established on 5th January, 2021 on the basis of (...) non-democratic elections". MEPs call on the Council and EU member states to unequivocally recognise the constitutional continuation of the 2015 legitimate National Assembly of Venezuela and the legitimate interim President of Venezuela, Juan Guaidó.

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EP Resolution of 10 July 2020 on the humanitarian situation in Venezuela and the migration and refugee crisis

In a resolution adopted on 10 July 2020, the European Parliament reiterates its deep concern at the severity of the humanitarian emergency in Venezuela.

In the text, adopted by 487 votes in favour, 119 against with 79 abstentions, MEPs call for urgent action to prevent the humanitarian and public health crisis in Venezuela, which has already been aggravated by the COVID-19 pandemic, from getting any worse.

They urge the Venezuelan authorities to acknowledge the ongoing humanitarian crisis, prevent it from deteriorating any further, and to promote political and economic solutions, for the benefit of the country's citizens.
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EP Resolution of 16 January 2020 on the situation in Venezuela after illegal election of the new National Assembly

Parliament recognised and supported Juan Guaidó as the legitimate President of the National Assembly and as the legitimate interim president of Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, as a result of the transparent and democratic vote of the National Assembly.

Those Member States that have not yet done so have been invited to recognise the legitimate mandate of President Guaido.

Members condemned the attempted coup by the Maduro regime and stated that the EU was ready to support a genuine process of peaceful and democratic resolution of the crisis based on the roadmap adopted by the National Assembly of Venezuela. It called on the Vice-President/High Representative to strengthen the Union's action in favour of the restoration of democracy in Venezuela, in particular through the extension of targeted sanctions against those responsible for human rights violations and repression. It also called for a fact-finding mission to be sent to the country in order to assess the situation.

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EP Resolution of 18 July 2019 on the situation in Venezuela

Parliament reiterated its deep concern at the severe state of emergency in Venezuela. It also reiterated its full support for legitimate interim President Juan Guaidó and for the National Assembly. It condemned the revocation of the parliamentary immunity of 22 parliamentarians and the incarceration of two. It expressed its concern over the lack of legitimacy of the May 2018 presidential elections. Parliament drew attention to the increasingly serious migration crisis across the entire region and praises the efforts of and solidarity shown by neighbouring countries, especially Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. Reaffirmed that a peaceful, democratic and inclusive solution is the only sustainable way out of the current political impasse.

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EP Resolution of 28 March 2019 on the emergency situation in Venezuela

Parliament confirmed its recognition of Juan Guaidó as the legitimate interim president of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and also reiterated its full support for the National Assembly, the only legitimate democratic body of Venezuela. Members reiterated their position in favour of a peaceful solution for the country through free, transparent and credible presidential elections based on a fixed calendar, fair conditions for all actors, including neutral National Electoral Council, transparency and the presence of credible international observers. Parliament reiterated its deep concerns at the severe emergency humanitarian situation and denounced the abuse of law enforcement and the brutal repression by security bodies, which have restrained the entry of humanitarian aid and condemned the harassment, detention and expulsion of several journalists; Members expressed deep concern at the presence of terrorist gangs and organised crime in Venezuela

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EP Resolution of 31 January 2019 on the situation in Venezuela

The European Parliament,

1. Recognises Mr Guaidó as the legitimate interim president of Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in accordance with the Venezuelan Constitution, as stated in Article 233 thereof, and expresses its full support for his roadmap;

2. Requests that the VP/HR, together with the Member States, adopt a strong, unified stance, and recognise Juan Guaidó as the only legitimate interim president of the country until new free, transparent and credible presidential elections can be called in order to restore democracy; welcomes the fact that many democratic states have already recognised the new interim presidency;

3. Calls for the EU and its Member States, if this decision is endorsed, to act in this regard and accredit those representatives to be appointed by the legitimate authorities;

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EP Resolution of 25 October 2018 on the situation in Venezuela

The European Parliament,

1. Expresses its sincere condolences to Fernando Albán's family and friends; condemns, in this regard, the crimes committed by the Venezuelan authorities and calls in this particular case for an immediate independent investigation into the government, including an international autopsy carried out by an independent forensic team; recalls that it is the duty of the state to ensure the safety and physical integrity of all people in custody;

2. Condemns the use of arbitrary detention and judicial and administrative harassment to persecute thousands of human rights defenders, elected members of the opposition and independent civil society organisations; urges the Venezuelan authorities to halt all human rights violations, and to hold those responsible accountable, and to ensure that all fundamental freedoms and human rights are fully respected;

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