sakharov prize 2026
The European Parliament has named the three finalists for the 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought: [1]
2026 Finalists (Alphabetical Order)
Key Dates
1. Tundu Lissu. ✅
2. Taraneh and Romina Rahimi
3. The International Criminal Court and its officials
The European Parliament has named the three finalists for the 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought: [1]
2026 Finalists (Alphabetical Order)
- The International Criminal Court and its officials (nominated by the Socialists and Democrats - S&D) [1, 2]
- Tundu Lissu (Tanzanian politician, lawyer, and human rights defender, nominated by the European People's Party - EPP and the European Conservatives and Reformists - ECR) [1, 2, 3]
- Taraneh and Romina Rahimi ▶️on behalf of all those persecuted by the Iranian Islamic regime, nominated by Patriots for Europe - PfE) [1, 2, 3]
Key Dates
- Laureate Announcement: October 22, 2026 (chosen by the Conference of Presidents and announced by European Parliament President Roberta Metsola)
- Award Ceremony: December 16, 2026, in Strasbourg, France
- Prize Value: €50,000
1. Tundu Lissu. ✅
2. Taraneh and Romina Rahimi
3. The International Criminal Court and its officials