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A letter signed by EFA MEPs in collaboration with other parliamentary groups urges the EU to open dialogue and apply sanctions to Azerbaijan in response to violations of the Human Rights of the Armenians from the Republic of Artsakh More than 2 years have passed since Azerbaijan occupied the territory of the Republic of Artsakh…

As Plaid Cymru’s international partners, we look forward to a Welsh Government led by Rhun Ap Iorwerth and building ties with the EU This week, the European Free Alliance welcomed the leader of Plaid Cymru, Rhun ap Iorwerth, to Brussels. It is an exciting time for Wales’ future. Currently, Rhun ap Iorwerth is leading the…

We condemn the theocratic regime that is ruling Iran, but also the attack carried out by the US and Israel, as it clearly violates international law This week, once again, the world is witnessing the consequences of imperialism. Leaders of the world’s major powers believe they are above the law and entitled to attack the…

Having served as a Member of the European Parliament since 2019, Diana Riba MEP became President of the European Free Alliance (EFA) Group in the European Parliament in 2024. She represents Esquerra Republicana de Catalunya. In Parliament, she has been particularly active on civil liberties and justice, with a strong focus on fundamental rights, democracy,…

Four years ago, Russia launched a brutal and unlawful invasion of Ukraine, in clear violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and democratic institutions. Despite sustained international diplomatic efforts, Vladimir Putin continues to disregard international law, deliberately targeting civilians and critical infrastructure, and weaponising extreme winter conditions in an attempt to break the resilience of the…

The European Free Alliance sent a dedicated briefing on minority rights in the EU to the UN Special Rapporteur, ahead of their visit to EU institutions this week This week, the UN Special Rapporteur on minority issues, Nicolas Levrat, is finishing an extensive visit to the European Union. This visit aimed to examine the state…

In a letter, EFA warns the EU Commission that the amended Value Added Tax Law in Latvia violates European legislation and linguistic rights In Latvia, different languages coexist. Its people speak mostly Latvian (64%), but also Russian, Belarussian, Latgalian, or Roma languages. Nevertheless, in such a diverse country, under a new law buying a book…

The European Free Alliance condemns the increasing attacks against Kurdish neighbourhoods and territories in Syria, which could lead to a major humanitarian crisis The situation in Syria is deteriorating. On January 16, we warned about violent attacks against Kurds in Aleppo, targeting civilians and causing displacement. Now, the offensive of the Syrian army is escalating…