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"I voted in favour of this important resolution on the situation in Russia. By adopting this resolution, Parliament clearly shows its position regarding free and fair presidential elections in Russia. In a number of mass demonstrations since the Duma elections of 4 December 2011, the Russian people have expressed their desire for more democracy, including free and fair elections and a comprehensive reform of the electoral system. We, Members of the European Parliament, call on the Russian authorities to uphold fully freedom of assembly and freedom of speech in compliance with the constitution of the Russian Federation, and to introduce a package of legislative proposals aimed at developing a truly democratic political system. Moreover, Mikhail Khodorkovsky’s continuing incarceration raises serious questions about Russia’s commitment to the rule of law, judicial independence and human rights. Observers attending his second trial condemned it as failing to meet acceptable standards of due process and independence. The EU must insist on Russia meeting its obligations under international law with regard to civil, political and human rights. The Kremlin should also act on the recommendations of the Presidential Commission on Human Rights, which has been highly critical of the conduct of the Khodorkovsky trial."@en1
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