Deportations & Migration Pressure: The US has deported nearly 2,300 Mexicans to Guatemala this year, with reports saying they’re routed through “transit stopovers” before being sent onward—sparking Mexico’s objections and rights-group concerns about safety and legal protections. Third-Country Deportations: The first group of US deportees arrived in Liberia under a deal allowing transfers of non-Liberians, drawing criticism that people may be sent to places with no ties. Hong Kong Crackdown on Dissent: A Hong Kong court convicted Tiananmen vigil organizers Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung of inciting subversion under the national security law, with up to 10 years possible—another blow to freedom of expression. Religious Freedom Under Pressure (Iran): Iran condemned new US sanctions as “economic terrorism” and “crime against humanity,” while a separate report says authorities seized a historic Protestant church in Tehran, highlighting ongoing pressure on religious minorities. LGBTQ Criminalisation & HIV: Uganda-linked reporting at AIDS 2026 warns that criminalising LGBTQ people drives people away from HIV services and worsens outcomes. West Bank Settlements: European UN Security Council members and others condemned Israel’s E1 settlement project, warning it threatens a viable Palestinian state. Humanitarian & Rights in Conflict: A fact-finding mission flagged serious IHL and human rights violations in the “Toboso 19” killings in Negros, alleging civilians were shot despite soldiers having a clear view.