Roberta Metsola
President of the European Parliament
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View Timeline →Urgent Open Letter: Regarding the Immediate Threat of Mass Executions Systemic Repression and the Critical Condition of Political Prisoners in Iran
An urgent open letter warns of an unprecedented and dangerous escalation in state repression in Iran, including mass arrests, torture, and hasty death sentences aimed…
EU and Saudi Arabia Condemn Iranian Attacks on UAE, Call for Diplomatic Solutions
International leaders, including EU officials and Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince, condemned alleged Iranian missile and drone attacks on the UAE, calling for diplomatic efforts to…
UAE President Discusses Iranian Attacks with European Parliament President
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a call from European Parliament President Roberta Metsola to discuss the rising military tensions in the…
European Parliament Resolution Condemning 'Brutal Suppression' of Protesters by the Islamic Republic
The European Parliament passed a resolution condemning the Iranian regime's violent suppression of protests, calling for an end to violence and the release of political…
European Parliament Bans Diplomats and Representatives of the Islamic Republic; 'Europe Must Understand Its Duty, Iran Will Be Free.'
The European Parliament has banned all diplomats and representatives of the Islamic Republic of Iran from its premises in response to ongoing repression and protests…
European Officials Respond to the Bloody Suppression of Protesters in Iran
European officials have condemned the violent suppression of protesters in Iran, expressing solidarity with their demands for freedom. Key figures like Sweden's Prime Minister and…
International Support for Iran's Uprising; Strong Criticism of Repression and Internet Blackout
International officials have condemned the Iranian government's violent repression of protests and internet shutdown, expressing solidarity with the protesters. Key figures from the EU and…
Lukashenko Declares Victory in Belarus Presidential Election; International Reactions
Alexander Lukashenko has declared victory in the Belarus presidential election, claiming 86.8% of the votes amid accusations of fraud and suppression of opposition. International reactions…
International Call for 'Immediate Action' Regarding Reza Khandan and Nasrin Sotoudeh
International human rights organizations are urging immediate action regarding the harassment of Reza Khandan and Nasrin Sotoudeh, following Khandan's recent arrest by Iranian security forces.…
Russia Sentences Wall Street Journal Reporter to 16 Years in Prison on Charges of 'Espionage'
Ivan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal journalist, has been sentenced to 16 years in a Russian labor camp on espionage charges, which he and the…
Georgian Parliament Approves Controversial 'Foreign Agents' Bill Despite Protests
The Georgian Parliament has passed a controversial 'Foreign Agents' bill, prompting widespread protests and international condemnation. The law, seen as a repressive measure similar to…
Zelensky Calls for More Weapons to Halt Russian Advances in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, emphasizing the urgent need for increased weapon supplies from allies to counter Russian advances.…
Global Reactions to Nobel Peace Prize for Narges Mohammadi: A Reward for Resilience and Resistance
Narges Mohammadi has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, prompting global reactions from various leaders and organizations praising her courage and calling for her immediate…
Anniversary of Mahsa; Reactions from World Leaders on the Anniversary of the Start of 'Women, Life, Freedom' Protests
World leaders commemorated the first anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, reaffirming support for the 'Women, Life, Freedom' protests. Key figures like Joe Biden and Kamala…