European Parliament announces Sakharov Prize finalists

The European Parliament has announced the finalists for the 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought. The candidates, representing a wide ideological spectrum, were presented during a joint meeting of the Parliament's foreign affairs, development, and human rights committees.

Key nominees include: • El Salvador President Nayib Bukele (proposed by the Sovereigntists). • Palestinian pediatrician Hussam Abu Safiya (proposed by the Greens/EFA and The Left). • The International Criminal Court and its officials (proposed by the Socialists). • Tanzanian activist Tundu Lissu (proposed by the EPP and Conservatives and Reformists). • Iranian twins Taraneh and Romina Rahimi (proposed by the Patriots). • Standing Together, an Israeli movement of Jewish and Palestinian citizens (proposed by Renew Europe).

The winner will be selected by the Conference of Presidents and typically receives a sum of 50,000 euros.