The Socialists & Democrats group in the European Parliament are leading compromise talks on human rights in Qatar — despite most of their MEPs voting against putting the issue to a plenary vote.
The move comes after the Left group on Monday (21 November) demanded that the parliament take a position on human rights in the World Cup host nation through a so-called resolution.
But the vast majority of S&D MEPs along with the centre-right European People's Party (EPP) Enjoy access to all articles and 25 years of archives, comment and gift articles. Become a member for as low as €1,75 per week.To read this story, log in or subscribe