diumenge, 29 de juny del 2025

Letter to the
European Union

To Their Excellencies, the Guardians of European Democracy and Fundamental Rights,


To the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen

To the European Commissioner for Justice and Fundamental Rights

To the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola

To the Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (LIBE)

To the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell

To the European Ombudsman, Emily O'Reilly

**URGENT HUMAN RIGHTS NOTIFICATION & OFFICIAL REMINDER OF THE EUROPEAN UNION’S LEGAL AND POLITICAL OBLIGATIONS REGARDING HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS AND SYSTEMIC FAILURES**

Introduction

**REQUEST FOR IMMEDIATE ACTIONS**

Preamble

Your Excellencies, Esteemed Defenders of European Values,

The European Union stands as a historical guardian of human dignity, justice, and fundamental freedoms. Rooted in the principles established by the **Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union**, the **Treaty on European Union (Article 2 and Article 6)**, and the **European Convention on Human Rights**, the EU has positioned itself as a beacon of democracy and human rights on the global stage. These foundational texts enshrine obligations that are not merely declarative, but binding commitments requiring active enforcement to ensure the protection of fundamental rights.

As the institutional embodiment of these values, the European Union bears a direct responsibility in ensuring that human rights violations, particularly those that occur within its jurisdiction or under its influence, are thoroughly investigated, addressed, and remedied. The credibility of the EU as a global leader in human rights is intrinsically linked to its adherence to these principles, making its inaction in such matters a profound breach of its moral and legal commitments.

On 7 de febr. 2025 0:29 -confirmation hour-, a formal complaint was submitted to the European Commission concerning serious and systematic human rights violations occurring within the jurisdiction of the EU or under the responsibility of its Member States. Despite the gravity of the allegations and the supporting evidence provided, no substantive response or corrective measures have been taken to address the situation. exacerbating the vulnerability of those affected. The European Commission has ignored a complaint reflecting matters of extreme gravity, failing in its duty to act upon such a critical issue.

»I demand an acknowledgment of receipt of this notification and a formal response detailing what immediate actions the European Union can take.

Sincerely,


Joan Balaguer Ardanuy

European Union Citizen

Carrer Amadeu Vives 11, B4. 17300, Blanes.

Països Catalans


Telephone: 0034633582710

Email: joan.balaguer.ardanuy@gmail.com

Letter to the
European Union

**URGENT HUMAN RIGHTS NOTIFICATION & OFFICIAL REMINDER OF THE EUROPEAN UNION’S LEGAL AND POLITICAL OBLIGATIONS REGARDING HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS AND SYSTEMIC FAILURES**

1. European Union Citizen Information

**Full Name:** Joan Balaguer Ardanuy

**Address:** Carrer Amadeu Vives 11, B4. 17300, Blanes. Països Catalans

**Email:** joan.balaguer.ardanuy@gmail.com

*Phone Number:** 0034633582710

3.1 Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union (CFR)

**Article 3 (Right to integrity of the person):** Unlawful administration of chemical agents affecting neurochemistry.

**Article 6 (Right to liberty and security):** Systematic and arbitrary detentions without fair trial, including the annexed first-hand testimony of the complainant’s own experience.

**Article 11 (Freedom of expression and information):** Suppression of individuals attempting to expose these actions.

2. The Complaint Made (2.1-2)

To Their Excellencies, the Guardians of European Democracy and Fundamental Rights,

2.1 Nature of the Complaint

1 This complaint concerns grave violations of fundamental rights, including but not limited to:

1. **Unlawful deprivation of liberty without due process**, including arbitrary detentions and prolonged restrictive measures without judicial oversight.

2, **Denial of the right to a fair trial**, violating Article 6 of the **European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR)** and Article 47 of the **Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union**.

3. **Forced medical treatment and chemical submission, administered under conditions of misinformation and coercion, where individuals are led to believe such treatments are beneficial, despite the lack of genuine informed consent. This practice contravenes **Article 3 of the ECHR and the UN Convention** against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment**.

4. **Enforced chemical sterilization**, violating Articles 3 and 8 of the **ECHR** and multiple EU human rights instruments.

5. **Coerced or unpaid forced labor**, contravening **Article 4 of the ECHR** and international labor laws established by the **International Labour Organization (ILO)**.

6. **Suppression of freedom of expression and political participation**, in direct violation of **Articles 10 and 11 of the ECHR** and corresponding articles in EU law.

Additionally, the case includes judicial abandonment by the High Court of Justice of Catalonia (TSJC), which has failed to ensure legal protection for victims, allowing unlawful state actions to persist unchecked.

»This case affects **over seven million people** directly and has broader implications at the EU level. The actions described below constitute a breach of EU law, **requiring the European Commission to take immediate action against the responsible state**.

»Furthermore, there is credible evidence that specific institutions and organizations within EU Member States have either facilitated or ignored these human rights violations. These include:

  • Public health departments and medical institutions, which have carried out forced treatments and sterilizations without consent.
  • Law enforcement agencies and judicial bodies, which have unlawfully detained individuals without due process.
  • Philanthropic foundations and NGOs, which have acted as intermediaries in programs leading to human rights violations.

3. Legal Violations and EU Law Infringements (3.1-4)

The actions undertaken by the Member State violate several key provisions of EU law, including:

3.2 Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU)

**3.2 Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU)**

**Escalation to the European Parliament and the European Court of Justice** if the Commission fails to act promptly.

3.1 Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union (CFR)

**Article 3 (Right to integrity of the person):** Unlawful administration of chemical agents affecting neurochemistry.

**Article 6 (Right to liberty and security):** Systematic and arbitrary detentions without fair trial, including the annexed first-hand testimony of the complainant’s own experience.

**Article 11 (Freedom of expression and information):** Suppression of individuals attempting to expose these actions.

3.3 European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR)

**Article 3 (Prohibition of inhuman and degrading treatment):** Use of mechanical restraints without due process. Unlawful administration of chemical agents affecting neurochemistry.

**Article 5 (Right to liberty -'remarking freedom of sexuality and right to reproduction'- and security):** Unjustified detentions of individuals on political or ideological grounds.

**Article 8 (Right to private life):** Forced medical interventions and surveillance measures.

**Article 13 (Right to an effective remedy):** Failure of the TSJC to ensure judicial protection.

Furthermore, the arbitrary assignment of psychiatric diagnoses as a means of social exclusion and control constitutes a severe violation of human rights. The European Court of Human Rights has established jurisprudence confirming that forced institutionalization based on dubious medical grounds without judicial oversight violates both Article 14 (Prohibition of Discrimination) and Article 5 (Right to Liberty and Security) of the European Convention on Human Rights. The misuse of medical classifications to silence individuals and justify their deprivation of liberty represents an alarming precedent that demands immediate corrective action. The refusal of judicial intervention by the TSJC is not merely an administrative failure but a systematic obstruction of access to justice. This omission directly contradicts the European Court of Human Rights' established jurisprudence on state obligations to provide effective remedies for human rights violations. If left unaddressed, this failure sets a dangerous precedent, signaling that member states can sidestep their fundamental duties without consequence. Such an outcome is unacceptable in a Union founded upon the rule of law.

3.4 Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC)

The systematic persecution of individuals through coercive psychiatric labeling, forced institutionalization, and deprivation of fundamental rights constitutes a violation under international law. The Rome Statute defines persecution as the intentional and severe deprivation of rights contrary to international law by reason of the identity of the group or collectivity.

The use of medical classifications as a tool for repression, silencing, and control represents a serious breach of international norms. These actions align with:

  • 1. **Article 7(1)(h) (Persecution as a Crime Against Humanity):** Deliberate and severe deprivation of fundamental rights in violation of international law, targeting individuals based on intellectual, psychological, or religious traits.
  • 2. **Article 7(1)(e) (Imprisonment or Other Severe Deprivation of Liberty):** Arbitrary detentions violating international legal norms.
  • 3. **Article 7(2)(g) (Systematic Persecution Against an Identifiable Group):** State-driven repression and discrimination based on political, cultural, or ideological identity.

»The European Commission must recognize the gravity of these violations and acknowledge that failure to intervene would set a dangerous precedent, allowing Member States to utilize arbitrary psychiatric diagnoses as a means of persecution and social exclusion.

»The persistent pattern of state-led persecution outlined in this complaint strongly aligns with the legal framework defining crimes against humanity. Given that persecution on political, cultural, or ideological grounds is explicitly classified as a crime under international law, the European Union cannot afford passive observation. The Commission has the legal and moral responsibility to escalate this case before competent international bodies should national mechanisms continue to fail.

»Beyond the physical and psychological abuses detailed in this complaint, an additional and equally alarming violation has been systematically employed: the arbitrary assignment of psychiatric diagnoses as a tool for segregation and social exclusion. The misapplication of medical classifications to individuals as a means to silence, discredit, or justify institutional control constitutes a clear violation of Article 14 of the European Convention on Human Rights and Article 3 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Furthermore, when conducted on a large scale as part of a broader system of repression, such actions may constitute persecution under Article 7(1)(h) of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court.

»Finally, the use of questionable psychiatric diagnoses to justify segregation, forced treatment, and deprivation of liberty constitutes a violation of Article 3 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). The convention explicitly prohibits the arbitrary restriction of individuals based on perceived or imposed medical conditions, reaffirming the principle that disability cannot be used as a justification for violating fundamental rights.

4. Crimes Against Humanity and ICC Investigation Request

4.1 Formal Request for Immediate Action within the EU's Jurisdiction

Recognizing the EU’s jurisdiction and areas of competence, we formally request that the European Union take immediate action within its institutional framework, legislative powers, and oversight mechanisms. Specifically, we request:

  • **An urgent review and response by the European Commission** outlining what measures are within the EU’s competence and how it plans to address the violations reported.
  • **The initiation of an EU-led investigation** into the allegations under the relevant bodies, including the European Parliament’s LIBE Committee and the Fundamental Rights Agency (FRA).
  • **The enforcement of existing EU laws** that prohibit arbitrary detention, forced medical procedures, and coercive practices, ensuring compliance by all Member States.
  • **A formal inquiry into the role of public and private institutions** involved in these violations, with clear accountability measures.
  • **The submission of a legislative proposal or regulatory framework** to prevent similar human rights abuses in the future and strengthen protection mechanisms at the EU level.
  • **A public hearing before the European Parliament**, allowing victims and experts to provide direct testimony on these human rights violations.

We urge an official response within **30 business days** of receipt of this communication. Failure to address these concerns may necessitate **further international escalation**, including submission of evidence to the **Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)** and other relevant international bodies.

»We trust that the European Union will uphold its declared commitment to human rights and take swift action to address these pressing concerns.

»We remain available for further discussion and stand ready to provide any necessary clarifications or additional evidence.

»Given the severity and scale of the reported violations, the case has also been submitted under **Article 15 of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC)** for an independent **investigation into crimes against humanity**. The documented acts—including **systematic unlawful detentions, enforced sterilization, forced labor, suppression of political rights, and coercive medical interventions**—meet the threshold defined under **Article 7 of the Rome Statute** as crimes against humanity.

»In this regard, we urge the European Union to acknowledge its responsibility in preventing such international crimes within its jurisdiction and to take immediate action to investigate the potential culpability of **individuals and institutions** involved. We stress that failure to act could result in direct legal consequences for those who are complicit in enabling or ignoring these abuses, as per international criminal law principles.

4.2 Urgent Timeline for Action

Given the severity of these allegations and the EU’s responsibility to uphold its legal commitments, we demand an official response within 30 business days of receipt of this communication. Continued inaction will necessitate escalation to international legal and human rights mechanisms, including further engagement with the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) and submission of additional evidence to the International Criminal Court (ICC).

»We trust that the European Union will act in accordance with its principles and legal obligations, taking swift and effective measures to address these serious concerns.

»We remain available for further dialogue and stand ready to provide any additional evidence or clarifications required to facilitate immediate action.

5. Necessary Evidence and Investigative Requirements (4.1)

5.1 Formal request

3 We request the European Commission to initiate an **urgent investigation** into the following:

  • **Medical and toxicological reports** that remain inaccessible due to administrative silence and procedural delays, which obstruct the verification of neurochemical alterations in affected individuals.
  • **First-hand testimonies** of victims detailing unlawful detentions and medical interventions, including the annexed personal testimony of the complainant.
  • **Government documents and legal reports** that can confirm the implementation of these measures and the necessity of immediate intervention.
  • **Records of systematic censorship and persecution** of individuals attempting to expose these facts, with emphasis on the targeted persecution of individuals with shared personality traits, intellectual backgrounds, and religious beliefs, particularly by the Catalan Department of Health and IAS (Institut d'Assistència Sanitària -ias.cat-), in potential violation of Article 7 of the Rome Statute (Crimes Against Humanity - Persecution and Unlawful Detention).
  • **Evidence regarding the exploitation of victims subjected to forced unpaid labor under so-called 'prelaboral' contracts**, while simultaneously being chemically subdued.
  • **Documentation on the structure and financial support of philanthropic foundations**, particularly those associated with **Fundación "La Caixa"**, that facilitate these exploitative programs.
  • **Investigation into economic guardianship practices** that restrict victims' financial autonomy and coerce them into accepting 'prelaboral' contracts under the guise of future financial security.
  • **Reports of arbitrary detentions and mechanical restraint practices**, violating both EU and international law, with explicit reference to the complainant’s firsthand experience on February 9, 2025.
  • **Official documentation and court rulings from the TSJC**, evidencing its failure to intervene effectively in these cases.
  • **Annexed personal testimony** detailing firsthand experience of arbitrary detention, lack of due process, and non-consensual chemical submission.

6. Annexed Testimony of the Complainant (6.1-4)

**Personal Testimony on Deprivation of Liberty And Chemical Subjugation**

6.1 Preliminary Information

4 My deprivation of liberty is, from beginning to end, a consequence of a **general negligence** within the Catalan public health system. Shortly after filing a complaint before the **highest global justice institutions**—including the **European Commission, the European Ombudsman, the International Criminal Court in The Hague, and the human rights bodies OHCHR and ECHR**—as well as the **High Court of Justice of Catalonia**, for alleged **crimes against humanity** committed within this psychiatric institution, "there are strong indications that I am already suffering **political reprisals**.

6.2 The Incident

The only thing I requested from the Catalan public health system was **personal protection and genuine specialized healthcare** outside the Spanish legal framework. Through the **061 Cat-Salut Respon** emergency messaging service, my request was ignored, and instead, **Mossos d'Esquadra officers entered my bedroom** while I was **peacefully lying in bed**. Without resistance on my part, they restrained me, and an emergency medical worker **injected me with an anesthetic—presumably midazolam—before forcibly transferring me** to **Hospital Santa Caterina de Salt**. This **forced transfer** was aimed at **unjust deprivation of liberty and chemical subjugation**, in the **absence of a fair and impartial trial**, and without anyone defending my rights as a Catalan citizen.

6.3 Mechanical Restraint

When I regained consciousness, I was in **a cell, mechanically restrained**—**handcuffed at the wrists, ankles, and waist**. No one was attending to my **basic human needs**, forcing me to scream for assistance. This treatment had **devastating effects on my physical and psychological health**, as evidenced by recent blood pressure readings, creating **extreme distress and a deep violation of my human rights**.

»A period later, a **hospital orderly checked if I was awake**, followed by a **nurse named Amal (SUBAGUTS.SM.IAS unit)** and another assistant. They **forced me to take 10 mg of Olanzapine**, claiming it was necessary. They partially unfastened my restraints for "comfort," then left me alone again, without any **psychological evaluation** to determine if the restraint was justified.

»As my distress intensified, I **screamed for relief**. The **same orderlies returned, and instead of assisting me, they fully restrained me again** under the pretext of my agitation. One of them reacted to **a minor accidental scratch** by **tightening my restraints further**, increasing my suffering. Hours later, I begged for an anxiolytic, receiving a liquid—likely **Clonazepam**.

»Over at midnight, I was transferred to the **AGUTS.SM.IAS unit**, where I **remained mechanically restrained overnight**, experiencing **one of the worst nights of my life**. The next day, I was moved to a less restrictive unit. If I were genuinely dangerous, why was I suddenly placed in a **less secure unit**? This question remains unanswered.

6.4 Conclusion

The described events may constitute **violations of Article 3 of the European Convention on Human Rights**, which prohibits **torture and inhuman or degrading treatment**, and **Articles 1 and 4 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union**.

»The summary of this entire experience can be encapsulated in a single word: **terror**. For this reason, I provide the most exhaustive description possible, as I can still vividly recall the events to this day.

This testimony constitutes critical supporting evidence in this formal complaint and should be duly examined by the relevant authorities.

»The events described in this testimony are not isolated incidents but rather part of a broader pattern of institutional abuse, repression, and state negligence. The psychological and physical torment inflicted upon me is not merely an individual injustice but a representation of a systemic failure of the European Union’s fundamental rights framework.

»This case exemplifies a direct violation of Article 3 of the European Convention on Human Rights, which explicitly prohibits torture and inhuman or degrading treatment. Moreover, it constitutes a breach of Articles 1 and 4 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union, reaffirming that human dignity and the prohibition of slavery and forced labor are not mere principles but binding legal obligations for all Member States.

»If no immediate action is taken by the European institutions, this will establish a legal and moral precedent that allows Member States to continue these violations with impunity. Such inaction would not only be a betrayal of European values but a dangerous message to future generations, signaling that fundamental rights are conditional, not absolute. This cannot be allowed.

»If the European institutions fail to act upon this evidence, history will remember this silence not as neutrality, but as complicity. The credibility of the European Union as a defender of human rights now stands on trial.

»The credibility of the European Union as a defender of human rights is not only questioned—it now stands on trial before history. Failure to take decisive action will irreversibly damage the EU’s legitimacy in upholding the fundamental rights it claims to protect.

**Sincerely, and full of tears in my eyes**

Joan Balaguer Ardanuy

Carrer Amadeu Vives 11, B4. 17300, Blanes. Països Catalans

joan.balaguer.ardanuy@gmail.com

0034633582710

Letter to the
European Union