Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-001271/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Damien Carême (The Left), Martin Schirdewan (The Left)
In connection with the ongoing trial of German anti-fascist activist Maja T. in Budapest, concerns have been raised about their pre-trial detention conditions, including the fact that they were held in solitary confinement for extended periods. Concerns have also been raised about the fact that they were shackled at the hands and feet and were led into the courtroom on a leash, accompanied by masked, armed officers. On 21 February 2025, the German Federal Foreign Office criticised the ‘strange presentation in court’ in a post on X[1] and pointed out ‘that the extradition of Maja T. to Hungary was unlawful’.
- 1.While recognising that detention matters are primarily the responsibility of Member States, what actions is the Commission taking to ensure Hungary’s compliance with EU standards regarding humane detention conditions and procedural rights?
- 2.Considering the Commission’s commitment to procedural rights, how does it assess the use of physical restraint during the trial in this case, and does the Commission consider this a potential breach of EU law, including Directive (EU) 2016/343?
- 3.Will the Commission take further steps to monitor both Hungary’s compliance with the 2022 recommendation on pre-trial detention and the transposition of Directive (EU) 2016/343, and will it consider launching infringement procedures if necessary?
Submitted: 26.3.2025
- [1] https://x.com/auswaertigesamt/status/1892992609104077056