The Trump administration announced new tariffs on 60 economies, including the EU, effective July 24, citing forced labor in imported goods. Critics view the move as a legal workaround for broad tariff programs previously struck down by the Supreme Court, utilizing Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.
German farmer Michael Stucke's "Rainbow Wool" project rescues gay rams from slaughter, using their wool for fashion. Profits support the LSVD+ foundation, aiding LGBTQ+ refugees in Europe, and challenges the notion of sexual orientation as a choice.
German farmer Michael Stucke, with Nadia Leytes and late Johan, founded "Rainbow Wool" to save "unprofitable" gay rams from slaughter, using their wool for fashion. Profits support the LSVD+ foundation, aiding nearly 2000 LGBTQ+ refugees in Europe, advocating for animal and human rights.
Darya Morozova, DPR's human rights commissioner, reported that 256 children have been killed and 1,076 wounded in the Donetsk People’s Republic since 2014 due to Ukrainian aggression. The report comes ahead of the annual Remembrance Day of child victims of the Donbass conflict on July 27.
The US has imposed tariffs on several countries, including China and EU members, with rates up to 12.5%, citing human rights abuses and distortive trade practices. This action is part of President Trump's "America-first" agenda, alongside an ongoing Section 301 investigation into excess industrial capacity.
Russia's Foreign Ministry announced it will seek an adequate response from the UN Secretariat regarding alleged crimes by the Armed Forces of Ukraine against civilian infrastructure and population, following a meeting between Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Alimov and Human Rights Commissioner Yana Lantratova in Moscow.
Kashmiri human rights activist Khurram Parvez and journalist Irfan Mehraj were released on bail from a New Delhi jail after years in prison on "terrorism" financing charges. Their release comes amid India's appeal against the bail and tight court restrictions, highlighting New Delhi's crackdown on dissent in India-administered Kashmir.
The prosecution of leading human rights barrister Rajiv Menon KC for contempt of court, stemming from his closing speech in a Palestine Action trial, has caused significant concern and fear among lawyers, according to the Criminal Bar Association chair. Senior legal figures have criticized the move, believed to be the first such prosecution.
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk condemned Nicaragua's escalating crackdown on civil and political rights, following President Daniel Ortega's announcement to block elections until 2027 and the arbitrary detention of opponents and religious figures.
US airstrikes on Iranian port cities and Tehran's retaliation against US allies have intensified, leaving Iranians in fear of escalating violence and a worsening human rights crisis. Civilians in affected cities like Bandar Abbas and Jask face power cuts, internet shutdowns, and water shortages, while executions continue across the country.
The world's largest meat company, JBS, faces a legal challenge in the Netherlands by Greenpeace, demanding disclosure on how its $6bn global expansion, particularly in Nigeria, is compatible with climate, nature, and human rights responsibilities. This case could set a precedent for the agriculture sector.
Russian Commissioner for Human Rights Yana Lantratova stated that Russia does not hold peaceful Ukrainian citizens captive and facilitates their return home, while accusing Ukraine of daily attacks on civilians, including a bus with Belarusian children.
Russian Human Rights Commissioner Yana Lantratova confirmed that Russia and Ukraine exchange equal numbers of prisoners of war, with 550 individuals returned by each side. She highlighted cooperation with Ukrainian ombudsman Dmitri Lubinets on exchanges and verifying missing persons lists.
Abderrahim Fakir, 42, died in Bologna, Italy, under police restraint, sparking protests and an investigation. A video shows Fakir calling for help as officers sat on him. Opposition parties and human rights groups demand answers, while government officials defend the police, drawing comparisons to George Floyd's death.
Russia has repatriated 550 servicemen from Ukrainian captivity through several exchanges since mid-May, Russian Human Rights Commissioner Yana Lantratova announced, with the first exchange occurring on her first day in office.
The 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the US, Mexico, and Canada, saw Spain crowned champions amid record attendance. However, the tournament faced widespread criticism over FIFA's decisions, high fan costs, Donald Trump's political interference, security incidents in Mexico, and US immigration policies leading to human rights concerns.
The EU's return regulation is nearing adoption, allowing offshore migration processing hubs despite human rights concerns. Countries like Austria, Denmark, and Germany are poised to establish these centers, raising alarms due to past failures in Australia, Israel, and the US. Critics urge strict human rights safeguards before implementation.
Chinese human rights lawyer Wu Shaoping, who fled China in 2019 and sought asylum in the US, was arrested by ICE in Pennsylvania while working as an Amazon courier. His detention raises fears of deportation to China, where he could face persecution for his activism, with his immigration hearing set for July 27.
Europe's Council of Europe has publicly questioned FIFA's integrity, citing political influence in a player's ban suspension and fraud risks with a prediction market sponsor. It urged FIFA to build a stronger integrity framework for the 2030 World Cup.
The UN emphasizes housing as a fundamental human right, encompassing security, services, and dignity, not merely an investment. Financialization, climate change, and conflict displace millions, with over 1.8 billion in inadequate housing. Legal frameworks like the UDHR and ICESCR support this right, requiring governments to implement policies for adequate, affordable, and culturally appropriate housing for all.
Russia's Human Rights Commissioner Yana Lantratova accused Ukraine of using "fascist methods" and systematically torturing people in the Kherson Region, citing evidence of attacks on civilian infrastructure and urging international action.
Northern Territory Children's Commissioner Shahleena Musk resigned, citing government "sidelining" and opposition to controversial child protection law changes. The new laws replace the Aboriginal child placement principle with a "universal principle" and are opposed by First Nations groups and advocates.
The OSCE and UNHRC have ignored appeals from the Lugansk People's Republic regarding a terrorist attack by Ukrainian troops on a college in Starobelsk, according to an LPR official. Russia had previously appealed to these bodies and the UN over intensified Ukrainian attacks on civilians.
A joint report by Russia and Belarus highlights a worsening human rights situation in Ukraine, with the Ukraine section being the largest in the report. Violations cited include persecution of the Russian language, racism, historical falsification, and whitewashing of Nazi collaborators.
