The week around the world in 20 pictures
Summary
Wildfires are burning in several places in the US and Europe, forcing many people to leave their homes. In Ukraine, attacks and military challenges continue. Earthquakes in Venezuela and Colombia have caused many deaths and destruction.Key Facts
- Wildfires are active in California, Washington, and British Columbia, with thousands evacuated.
- British Columbia declared a state of emergency due to fast-moving wildfires.
- Nearly 500 people have been arrested in France for suspected wildfire-starting during a severe heatwave.
- Russian forces reportedly used North Korean ballistic missiles in an attack on Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine.
- Russia is struggling to recruit soldiers as it faces heavy losses in Ukraine.
- Afghan girls over the age of 12 are banned from education under Taliban rule.
- Over 6,000 people died in Venezuelan earthquakes, with many still missing.
- An earthquake in Colombia caused buildings to collapse and trapped survivors under rubble.
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