Direct Democracy & Foreign Policy (Switzerland): A new explainer highlights how Swiss voters can directly shape major foreign-policy choices through referendums, giving citizens unusual leverage over integration decisions. Migration & Humanitarian Concern (Spain/Vatican): Pope Leo’s Spain trip will culminate in meetings with migrants in the Canary Islands, where thousands have died trying to reach Europe. Forced Disappearances (Mexico/World Cup): As the 2026 World Cup arrives in Guadalajara, advocates warn the spotlight must also fall on cartel-linked forced disappearances and the impunity families face. Accountability for ICC Arrest Efforts (Philippines): The PNP says it welcomes an NBI probe into claims a cop may have been behind a fake tip in the hunt for ICC-wanted Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, while also insisting a dedicated team is ready to arrest him. Xenophobia & Illegal Immigration (South Africa): President Ramaphosa pledges tougher action as anti-foreigner protests spread, while rights groups warn of xenophobia and vigilantism. LGBTQ+ Criminalization (Ghana): Ghana’s president says a newly passed anti-LGBTQ+ bill will face scrutiny for procedural issues before approval. Climate Justice (Africa): A landmark case at the African Court seeks guidance on states’ duties to protect people from climate harms and shift away from damaging economies. Transnational Repression (India/Sikh Diaspora): An op-ed argues India’s alleged crackdown on Sikh diaspora activists and community leaders is expanding beyond borders. Human Rights & Deportation (EU): Rights groups blast the EU’s migration overhaul as a “deportation and detention” push that could intensify abuses. LGBTQ+ Internet Crackdown (Kazakhstan): A court challenge seeks to restore access to an LGBT monitoring site blocked under “LGBT propaganda” rules. Custodial Death Probe (India/Odisha): India’s NHRC seeks action reports over allegations of torture and death of a disabled man in police custody in Ganjam.