Votes · 8 October 2026
Human rights situation in Iran, notably the cases of Taraneh Rahimi and Leila Abolhasani
This vote is about human rights in Iran, notably the cases of two women, Taraneh Rahimi and Leila Abolhasani.
Background
Iran has the highest execution rate per capita in the world. Since March 2026 it has been executing people who took part in the January protests, after trials based on confessions obtained under torture. Courts in Isfahan sentenced Taraneh Rahimi (20) and Leila Abolhasani (43) to death over their alleged role in the protests.
- Condemns the executions and calls for the death sentences to be annulled, including those of Taraneh Rahimi and Leila Abolhasani.
- Calls for the release of all political prisoners.
- Asks Member States to prosecute Iranian officials in their own courts (universal jurisdiction) and the UN Security Council to refer Iran to the International Criminal Court.
Adopted: 541 for, 11 against, 25 abstentions, 142 did not vote.
Reference: RC-B10-0452/2026