ICC Detention Watch: Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appeared in person at the International Criminal Court for the first time in 18 months, as judges kept him detained citing higher flight risk and concerns he could interfere with witnesses. Due Process Under Strain: The court also pushed prosecutors to streamline a massive case, while Duterte’s defense floated using AI to manage overwhelming evidence disclosures. Anti-Drug Policy Debate: In the Philippines, lawmakers argued over whether the national human rights body should sit on the Dangerous Drugs Board, with one side warning against losing independence. Armenian POWs & Trials: UCLA’s Promise Institute is set to host a discussion on Armenian prisoners of war held in Baku, while an Armenian court case against former MP Martun Grigoryan moves forward. West Bank Settlements: Israel’s housing tender in E1 would expand settlement construction on Palestinian land, raising fears of further fragmentation of the West Bank. Gaza Civilian Harm: UN and rights groups renewed calls for access for war-crimes investigators as rubble recovery and building collapses continue to kill children. LGBTQ Crackdown: Turkey arrested at least 162 people in raids targeting LGBTQ spaces, amid broader “family values” enforcement. China Exit Ban: Human Rights Watch warned a new Chinese decree expands authorities’ power to block people from leaving, including for vague “security” reasons. Local Rights Response: In the US, San Jose became the first Bay Area city to pause new private detention facilities over immigrant detention fears. Women’s Sport Rights: Sheikha Hind called for a global coalition to remove barriers excluding women and girls from sport.