Human Rights & Justice: Nepal is facing fresh outrage after the rape and murder of a three-year-old girl sparked protests, arrests, and demands for tougher laws and better handling of young offenders. Sanctions & Foreign Policy: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a new wave of secondary sanctions targeting entities tied to Iran’s shipping, oil, crypto, gold, and aviation, while warning Trump is asking world leaders to stop trading with Tehran. Disaster Response: Guinea’s capital Conakry saw a deadly landfill landslide after heavy rains, killing 30 and injuring dozens, with authorities facing scrutiny over safety and relocation plans. Environment & Conservation: Panama reported leatherback sea turtles returning to nest on its Pacific coast after nearly a decade, with eggs moved to protection to reduce poaching and erosion risks. Energy & Industry: North Carolina and South Carolina won an NSF Grid Modernization Engine designation, backed by federal funding to modernize the electric grid and support domestic manufacturing. Mining Regulation: Ghana moved to review its Minerals and Mining Act to shorten lease timelines and tighten licensing rules to improve transparency and access for investors. Governance & Planning: Albania’s government held a retreat to review ministry performance, set priorities, and address procurement issues for 2026. Trade Talks: Brazil is set to resume negotiations with the US via USTR after Trump-Lula discussions, as both sides try to manage tariff disputes. Regional Security Diplomacy: India’s Jaishankar met Russia’s Putin in Moscow to deepen bilateral ties and discuss regional and global developments. Public Health: Northern Ghana received new medical equipment for frontline facilities, aimed at improving primary care access in rural areas. Sports & Politics: Pakistan’s former captains renewed calls for Imran Khan to get “proper medical care,” urging completion of a court-ordered health assessment.