Human Rights Recognition: The American Bar Association will award Tunisian human rights lawyer Ayachi Hammami its 2026 International Human Rights Award, citing decades of work defending democracy, freedoms, and victims of rights violations. Palestine Activism Under Pressure: Tunisia’s court extended the preventive detention of the “Sumud 4” Global Sumud Flotilla activists by four months; Wael Naouar remains on hunger strike and rights groups warn his health is seriously deteriorating amid heat. Detention Conditions in the Spotlight: Rights advocates say at least 23 prisoners have died in Tunisia in recent weeks due to extreme heat, with authorities still not releasing official figures. Governance & Services: Tunisia’s “summer of discontent” continues as rolling blackouts and water shortages hit households hard, fueling fights and raids on supply trucks. Energy & Security Costs: An attack near the Strait of Hormuz keeps oil above $100, raising pressure on Tunisia’s already large energy trade deficit. Investment Climate for Tunisia: Tunisia Investment Authority says critical minerals attract global interest but Tunisia has seen no projects for a decade, blaming governance and slow procedures. Diplomacy: Tunisia’s foreign minister discussed Yemen developments with his Yemeni counterpart, reaffirming solidarity and coordination.