The European Parliament has adopted an urgent resolution concerning the situation of humanitarian researcher Joseph Figueira Martin, detained in the Central African Republic since May 2024. The text expresses serious concerns about his detention conditions and the lack of a fair trial. This case reflects broader issues related to human rights and the security of humanitarian workers in the region.
The resolution is based on Articles 150 and 136 of the European Parliament's Rules of Procedure. Main objectives include ensuring Joseph Figueira Martin's immediate release, protecting fundamental rights, and combating arbitrary detentions. The context involves the presence of the Wagner Group and disinformation campaigns in the Central African Republic.
The resolution was adopted in 2025 and immediately transmitted to the Council, Commission, and High Representative for Foreign Affairs. Actions are to be implemented through political dialogue with Central African authorities, with the possibility of targeted measures if the situation does not improve. Monitoring will continue through European Union and United Nations mechanisms.
The resolution aims to protect the fundamental rights of European citizens on humanitarian missions. Humanitarian workers and non-governmental organizations could benefit from an improved security framework. European citizens are informed about the EU's commitment to human rights protection in external relations. EU-Central African Republic cooperation may be affected by the unresolved case.
