Migration & Dignity: Pope Leo arrives in Spain’s Canary Islands to meet migrants after deadly Atlantic crossings, urging humane treatment and spotlighting the human cost of irregular migration. Due Process Under Fire: Thailand’s court sentences two Uyghur men to death for the 2015 Erawan Shrine bombing in Bangkok, while lawyers warn of unresolved concerns after a decade-long case. Humanitarian Crisis—Cuba: UN human rights chief Volker Turk says US sanctions and blockade conditions are driving child deaths and worsening access to essentials, as Washington defends its measures. War Risk & Rights: The US and Iran trade strikes again, with threats around the Strait of Hormuz raising fears of wider conflict and civilian harm. Accountability in Custody: Goa’s Human Rights Commission orders reports after allegations of custodial assault and a fatal shooting of a youth, including injuries allegedly sustained while detained. Racism in Prisons: An Australian prison watchdog reports systemic racism may have shaped an Aboriginal woman’s pepper-spraying, handcuffing and strip-search response during a mental health crisis. UN Leadership Debate: UN secretary-general hopefuls argue for restoring multilateralism, with Geneva framed as a “school” for diplomacy and international law. Rights in Conflict Zones: In Gaza, Rafah reopening allows limited medical evacuations, while UN agencies warn operations remain severely constrained. World Cup & Rights: FIFA’s kickoff is shadowed by visa denials and immigration crackdowns, with critics warning the tournament is becoming a test of human rights in practice.