NEWS: European Parliament pass Joint Resolution on the Rule of Law in Russia

A joint resolution from the European Parliament was published yesterday and successfully adopted by the European Parliament this afternoon, the subject of which was “The Rule of Law in Russia.”

The EU Parliament points out that Russia, as a member of the Council of Europe, has signed up to fully respecting European standards as regards democracy, fundamental and human rights and the rule of law.
The motion urges the EU President to forward the resolution to the Council, the Commission, the governments and parliaments of all member states including the Russian Federation.

Watch the debate that preceded the passing of this motion and see the EU Parliament resolution below.

EU Parliament’s Resolution on the Rule of Law in Russia