Israel-Palestine: B’Tselem warns extremist settlers are besieging two Palestinian families in Qusra, Nablus, using illegal outposts to force displacement—calling it part of accelerating “ethnic cleansing.” Ukraine: The UN says July civilian deaths in Ukraine hit the highest level since early in the full-scale invasion, with record missile strikes. Iran: France and 25+ countries condemned Iran’s executions of protesters and urged an end to the death penalty and release of detainees. Afghanistan: Human Rights Watch calls for the release of detained UN and NGO staff after Taliban detentions, warning it undermines lifesaving aid. Sudan: UN-linked reporting says clashes in Geisan (Blue Nile) killed 20+ civilians and displaced about 2,500; drones also struck El Obeid, including a water station. LGBTQ+ rights: In South Africa, Reverend Oscar Bougardt faces scrutiny after pushing a “queer-free” Cape Town and backing defunding World Pride 2028; in Africa, HRW flags a surge of anti-LGBTQ+ laws and arrests. Policing reform (Nigeria): The Presidency set a deadline for public input on a National Policing Bill, with safeguards against political interference and misconduct. Children’s rights (Türkiye): UN human rights chief Volker Türk deplores legal changes that could allow life sentences for child offenders. Religious freedom (Russia): A Moscow court transfers Jehovah’s Witness properties to the state after the group was banned as “extremist.”