A collection of powerful images captured in different countries, from political meetings to heartbreaking scenes and cultural celebrations, providing a window into diverse events unfolding worldwide.
On Thursday, The Guardian’s picture editors showcased a variety of compelling photographs from around the globe.
In Beijing, China, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping were seen reviewing a military honor guard during an official welcoming ceremony. Putin’s visit is aimed at garnering increased support for Russia’s war efforts in Ukraine.
In Khan Younis, Gaza, tents have been set up by displaced Palestinians in the conflict-ridden city. From southern Israel, soldiers were observed maneuvering in a tank near the Gaza border. Meanwhile, a poignant scene unfolded in Gaza City where a Palestinian at al-Ahli Baptist Hospital mourned a relative killed in Israeli attacks. In Rafah, Gaza Strip, Palestinian women grieved for a family member who died in an Israeli airstrike.
In the United States, specifically Irvine, a pro-Palestinian demonstrator was arrested by police as an encampment was cleared at the University of California. In Mexico City, a pro-Palestinian activist marked Nakba Day with painted watermelons on her eyelids, symbolizing solidarity with Palestinians.
In Vovchansk, Ukraine, a man embraced his daughter during an evacuation near Kharkiv. Canoas, Brazil, witnessed a church submerged in floodwaters in the Harmonia neighborhood of Rio Grande do Sul.
In Rome, Italy, a Last Generation climate activist was detained after throwing washable paint on a Prada shop window on Via Condotti. Düsseldorf, Germany, documented the aftermath of a deadly overnight explosion, highlighting a damaged car near a wrecked building.
Zurich, Switzerland, featured eco-friendly artwork by Guillaume Legros, AKA Saype, in Irchelpark, portraying a girl surrounded by rescue symbols. Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, saw a quinceañera being prepped for her photoshoot.
In Seattle, United States, the Rolling Stones performed at Lumen Field. Hanoi, Vietnam, captured a student from the Vietnam Dance Academy warming up for her graduation exam.
Duilhac-sous-Peyrepertuse, France, showcased Béatrice Fabre on a zipline during the Olympic torch relay. Cannes, France, featured actress Anya Taylor-Joy posing with Chris Hemsworth at the Cannes film festival for the movie “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga.”