Philippines Rights Under Pressure: Human Rights Watch urged prosecutors to dismiss criminal cyber-libel complaints filed by a mining firm against four community rights advocates in Nueva Vizcaya, warning the case is meant to silence public scrutiny. India Protest Crackdown: Human Rights Watch said New Delhi police used tear gas and batons against largely peaceful youth protests on July 20, while mobile internet shutdowns increased risks; the group called for prompt, impartial investigations and an end to internet suspensions. Philippines Rule-of-Law Push: In Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, Sen. Robin Padilla told prosecutors to pursue truth and protect the innocent, after criticism of “one-sided” conduct. Press Freedom at ASEAN Protest: Media groups condemned alleged police harassment of photojournalists covering arrests near the ASEAN meeting, saying journalists must be able to document events without intimidation. UN Warns on US-Iran Escalation: UN experts condemned renewed US-Iran hostilities after a peace memorandum, warning civilians face mounting harm and attacks on commercial shipping. Burkina Faso Digital Repression: RSF reported Burkina Faso’s BIR-C cyber militia targets journalists and dissenters with disinformation and online harassment. Haiti Urgent Security Call: UNODC’s Monica Juma told the Security Council Haiti needs swift resources as organised crime tightens control over institutions and livelihoods. Poland Constitutional Court: Poland’s president agreed to swear in a new Constitutional Tribunal judge, but other judges remain blocked, deepening rule-of-law concerns. Romania Pride Blocked: Oradea authorities refused to approve a Pride March, with organisers saying the ban is discriminatory and will not stop the event.