Opposition Crackdown in Guinea-Bissau: PAIGC condemned the arrest of its leader Domingos Simões Pereira, saying it fits a pattern of political persecution as Guinea-Bissau’s military-led authorities prepare an August 30 referendum on a new constitution that would shift the country toward a presidential system. Court Orders Return to Prison: Reuters reports Pereira was moved back to prison after a military court decision, with his family saying no trial date has been set and raising concerns for his health. Diplomacy Watch: Russia’s foreign minister Sergey Lavrov is set to hold talks in Moscow with Guinea-Bissau’s interim foreign minister on 16 July, focusing on bilateral ties and cooperation in multilateral forums. Regional Context: A separate Reuters report notes Sierra Leone has discontinued the treason case against former president Ernest Bai Koroma, clearing the way for his return—an ECOWAS-linked example of regional mediation. Local Life: Catholic leaders in Bissau urged faithful to celebrate liturgy with dignity and missionary commitment during a Liturgical Week focused on deeper formation and correct practice. Nature in Boé: Scientists studying Guinea-Bissau’s chimpanzees report rare “accumulative stone throwing” at the same trees, suggesting a complex communication behavior.