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Continued crackdown on civic space and fundamental freedoms in Burkina Faso

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2026/2767(RSP) Resolution on a topical subject
Where it stands
Parliament adopted the text on 18 June 2026. This is its final position on the matter.
Stage
Parliament’s position
More facts (3)
Decisions in plenary
1
Last vote
18 Jun 2026 · Adopted
Versions
10 versions
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  1. Tabled for plenary (done)
  2. Plenary vote (done) Adopted 18 June 2026
  3. Parliament’s position (done) Final

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People

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Decisions in plenary, 1

Every decision Parliament took on this dossier, newest first.

Effect: what the decision did. Final vote: for–against–abstained, and how it was recorded.
DateDecisionKindEffectFinal vote
18 Jun 2026Continued crackdown on civic space and fundamental freedoms in Burkina Faso ResolutionsAdopted476 for, 11 against, 75 abstained by roll call

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Every roll-call vote on the dossier, in date and voting order, with each group's line at the date of the vote.

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  1. 18 Jun 2026 Amendment 3, adding text after paragraph 6

    Rejected 99–407–47

    The Left
    For
    Greens
    For
    S&D
    Against
    Renew
    Against
    EPP
    Against
    ECR
    Against
    Patriots
    Divided
    ESN
    Against
  2. 18 Jun 2026 Amendment 4, adding text after paragraph 6

    Rejected 263–269–25

    The Left
    For
    Greens
    For
    S&D
    Against
    Renew
    Against
    EPP
    For
    ECR
    Against
    Patriots
    Divided
    ESN
    Against
  3. 18 Jun 2026 Amendment 5, adding text after paragraph 6

    Rejected 143–375–39

    The Left
    For
    Greens
    For
    S&D
    Against
    Renew
    Against
    EPP
    Against
    ECR
    Against
    Patriots
    Divided
    ESN
    Abst.
  4. 18 Jun 2026 Amendment 6, adding text after paragraph 6

    Rejected 51–439–72

    The Left
    For
    Greens
    Abst.
    S&D
    Against
    Renew
    Against
    EPP
    Against
    ECR
    Against
    Patriots
    Against
    ESN
    Against
  5. 18 Jun 2026 Amendment 7, adding text after paragraph 6

    Rejected 153–315–92

    The Left
    For
    Greens
    For
    S&D
    Against
    Renew
    Against
    EPP
    Against
    ECR
    Abst.
    Patriots
    Divided
    ESN
    For
  6. 18 Jun 2026 Amendment 1, adding text after recital C

    Rejected 94–397–69

    The Left
    For
    Greens
    Abst.
    S&D
    Against
    Renew
    Against
    EPP
    Against
    ECR
    Against
    Patriots
    Divided
    ESN
    For
  7. 18 Jun 2026 Amendment 2, adding text after recital D

    Rejected 119–407–33

    The Left
    For
    Greens
    For
    S&D
    Against
    Renew
    Against
    EPP
    Against
    ECR
    Against
    Patriots
    Divided
    ESN
    For
  8. 18 Jun 2026 Final vote — text as a whole

    Adopted 476–11–75

    The Left
    Divided
    Greens
    For
    S&D
    For
    Renew
    For
    EPP
    For
    ECR
    For
    Patriots
    Divided
    ESN
    Abst.

Versions, 10

The text of the dossier, version by version, newest first. Compare shows what changed between two consecutive versions.

  1. Adopted by Parliament18 Jun 2026

    Adopted text TA10-0225/2026 TA-10-2026-0225

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  2. Tabled for plenary17 Jun 2026

    Joint motion RC-B10-0322/2026 RC-10-2026-0322

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  3. Tabled for plenary17 Jun 2026

    Joint motion RC-B10-0318/2026 RC-10-2026-0318

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  4. Tabled for plenary17 Jun 2026

    Motion for a resolution B10-0329/2026 B-10-2026-0329

  5. Tabled for plenary16 Jun 2026

    Motion for a resolution B10-0320/2026 B-10-2026-0320

  6. Tabled for plenary16 Jun 2026

    Motion for a resolution B10-0318/2026 B-10-2026-0318

  7. Tabled for plenary16 Jun 2026

    Motion for a resolution B10-0321/2026 B-10-2026-0321

  8. Tabled for plenary15 Jun 2026

    Motion for a resolution B10-0303/2026 B-10-2026-0303

  9. Tabled for plenary15 Jun 2026

    Motion for a resolution B10-0319/2026 B-10-2026-0319

  10. Tabled for plenary15 Jun 2026

    Motion for a resolution B10-0322/2026 B-10-2026-0322

AI: Each version in short Written by AI from the official text — check the source
  • Adopted text TA10-0225/2026: Parliament's resolution condemns Burkina Faso's crackdown on civic space and fundamental freedoms, urging authorities to reverse measures and uphold rights.
  • Motion for a resolution B10-0329/2026: This resolution condemns the crackdown on civic space, political freedoms and fundamental rights in Burkina Faso, and expresses concern over the jihadist insurgency and Russia's growing influence.
  • Motion for a resolution B10-0320/2026: The resolution condemns the crackdown on civic space and fundamental freedoms in Burkina Faso since the 2022 military takeover, including the dissolution of civil society organisations, restrictions on media, and the reinstatement of the death penalty.
  • Motion for a resolution B10-0318/2026: This resolution condemns the crackdown on civic space and fundamental freedoms in Burkina Faso, including violence against opponents, dissolution of civil society groups, media suspensions, and political party bans.
  • Motion for a resolution B10-0321/2026: The resolution condemns the dissolution of political parties and the crackdown on civic space in Burkina Faso, and calls for a credible timetable for a return to civilian rule.
  • Motion for a resolution B10-0303/2026: This resolution expresses concern over the shrinking civic space in Burkina Faso, including restrictions on trade unions, media, and NGOs, and condemns European policies in the Sahel that prioritize militarisation and corporate interests.
  • Motion for a resolution B10-0319/2026: The resolution expresses concern about the crackdown on civic space and fundamental freedoms in Burkina Faso, including the dissolution of political parties and civil society organisations, and the deteriorating security situation due to armed Islamist groups.
  • Motion for a resolution B10-0322/2026: This resolution condemns the crackdown on civic space and fundamental freedoms in Burkina Faso, including the dissolution of associations and political parties, and expresses concern over the jihadist insurgency and Russia's growing influence.

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Timeline, 3

Every recorded step, newest first, grouped by stage; the latest stage is open.

Plenary stage 3 steps · 17 Jun 2026–18 Jun 2026

  1. 18 June 2026

    Plenary vote

    Sitting of 18 Jun 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0303/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0318/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0319/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0320/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0321/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0329/2026Adopted text TA10-0225/2026

  2. 17 June 2026

    Debated in plenary

    MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.

    Sitting of 17 Jun 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0303/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0318/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0319/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0320/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0321/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0329/2026

  3. 17 June 2026

    7 amendments tabled for the plenary vote

    Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.

    Amendments 1–7

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https://news.eu-parl.st-solutions.dev/dossiers/2026-2767
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25 September 2026

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European Parliament (2026). “Continued crackdown on civic space and fundamental freedoms in Burkina Faso”. Dossier, 18 June 2026. procId 2026-2767, reference 2026/2767(RSP). EU Parl Watch Research. https://news.eu-parl.st-solutions.dev/dossiers/2026-2767 (retrieved 25 September 2026). Official source: Procedure file (Legislative Observatory, OEIL), https://oeil.secure.europarl.europa.eu/oeil/en/procedure-file?reference=2026%2F2767(RSP). Data: EP Open Data API: procedure record, https://data.europarl.europa.eu/api/v2/procedures/2026-2767 (CC BY 4.0).
BibTeX 
@misc{epw-dossier-2026-2767,
  author = {{European Parliament}},
  title = {{Continued crackdown on civic space and fundamental freedoms in Burkina Faso}},
  year = {2026},
  date = {2026-06-18},
  howpublished = {\url{https://news.eu-parl.st-solutions.dev/dossiers/2026-2767}},
  url = {https://news.eu-parl.st-solutions.dev/dossiers/2026-2767},
  urldate = {2026-09-25},
  publisher = {EU Parl Watch Research},
  note = {Dossier. procId 2026-2767, reference 2026/2767(RSP). Official source: https://oeil.secure.europarl.europa.eu/oeil/en/procedure-file?reference=2026\%2F2767(RSP). Data: EP Open Data API: procedure record (CC BY 4.0)}
}