Nicaragua Politics & Rights: UN rights experts condemned Nicaragua’s “purge” of the legal profession, saying the government revoked lawyers’ and notaries’ credentials without notice or a fair hearing, warning it “effectively erased” the right to legal defense. Nicaragua Security & Public Order: The U.S. Embassy in Managua issued a security alert ahead of July 19, warning of marches and large gatherings that could bring traffic disruptions, roadblocks, and heightened risk for U.S. citizens. Nicaragua Prison Policy: Rosario Murillo announced the release of “more than 2,000” prisoners for July 19 under a “family coexistence” regime, the fourth mass release this year. Nicaragua Missing Persons: A Nicaraguan mother in exile reported the disappearance of her daughter and two granddaughters, linking the case to Daniel Ortega. Nicaragua Environment & Mining: A new study says Chinese mining firms control about 10% of Nicaragua’s territory via concessions, including overlaps with indigenous and Afro-descendant lands and protected areas. Managua/US-Nicaragua Links: Wisconsin/Nicaragua Partners held a warehouse event highlighting continued shipments of donated materials to Nicaragua, including support for learning centers and fire departments. World Cup (Nicaragua-linked): FIFA will place on-site VAR officials for the semifinals after refereeing backlash; Nicaragua’s Antonio Pupiro is listed as an assistant referee for France vs. Spain.