The week around the world in 20 pictures
Summary
Countries and communities around the world experienced significant events recently, including memorial ceremonies for the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks in the US, ongoing conflict and violence in Gaza and Ukraine, and environmental challenges like wildfires in Indonesia. These images show moments from remembrance, education, conflict impacts, protests, and disaster responses.Key Facts
- The US held memorials across the country for the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people.
- Afghan girls in Kandahar started a new school year despite many women and girls facing severe restrictions after being deported from Iran and Pakistan.
- In Gaza, a Palestinian child attended the funeral of a young victim killed by an Israeli tank shell amid continuing violence and military strikes.
- Israeli strikes targeted homes and infrastructure in Gaza, causing damage after warnings to evacuate.
- In the West Bank, Bedouin community members guarded their village to prevent attacks by Israeli settlers, while British rabbis supported sanctions on Israeli settlements due to settler violence.
- In Spain, firefighters and police dealt with the aftermath of a fire at migrant shelters in Ceuta, and police confronted far-left Catalan separatists during a rally in Barcelona.
- Kyiv, Ukraine, suffered missile and drone attacks from Russia, hitting food warehouses, logistics centers, and homes, disrupting supplies and killing civilians.
- Indonesia experienced wildfires, with firefighters using helicopters and ground efforts to control the flames at locations like landfills.
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