2. The European Union's Historical Responsibility

The European Union was founded on the principles of **justice, human dignity, and fundamental rights**. In moments of crisis, history has judged not only those who perpetrate injustices but also **those who choose inaction in the face of human suffering.**

• The EU has stood as a **global defender of human rights**, but its credibility is **at risk** if it fails to intervene in clear violations within its own borders.
• History has shown the consequences of turning a blind eye to **systematic repression and state abuse**.
• If this case is ignored, the EU will be seen as **failing in its duty** to uphold the principles upon which it was built.

The world is watching, and the European Commission must **prove that its commitment to human rights is more than just rhetoric.**