The picture editors at The Guardian have once again curated a compelling visual narrative of our world, selecting striking photographs from across the globe for Tuesday, November 25, 2025. These images capture a spectrum of human experience, from the devastating force of nature to the profound consequences of conflict and the quiet dignity of remembrance.
Conflict and Resilience Across Continents
In Kyiv, Ukraine, the night sky was illuminated by the stark reality of war. One photograph captures the dramatic scene of glowing red tracer rounds cutting through rising smoke as Ukrainian air defences engage Russian drones and missiles. On the ground, the human cost of these attacks is brought into sharp focus with another image of a woman seeking safety, sitting in the underground shelter of a hotel during an air raid alert.
Meanwhile, in the Gaza Strip, the challenges for displaced families continue to mount. A poignant image from Deir al-Balah shows seven-year-old Saja Fayyad attempting to clear water from her family's flooded tent following heavy rainfall, a testament to the dire living conditions in temporary camps.
Acts of Remembrance and Protest
In London, England, public acts of commemoration and political statement unfolded. A powerful visual emerged as a man put up a poster containing the names of killed aid workers. This was part of an action by Medical Aid for Palestinians, which unveiled a public memorial to honour Palestinian healthcare workers lost in the conflict.
Elsewhere in the capital, the political scene was active. Chancellor Rachel Reeves was pictured returning to Downing Street via a back entrance after a run, while campaigners hosted a stunt directed at her in Parliament Square, highlighting ongoing public engagement with government figures.
Across the Atlantic, in Washington, DC, US, demonstrators gathered outside the White House to protest against President Donald Trump, illustrating the enduringly febrile nature of American politics.
Global Stories of Nature and Justice
The power of nature was a recurring theme. In Hat Yai, Thailand, days of heavy rain led to severe flooding in the southern Songkhla province. A striking photograph shows vehicles parked strategically on an elevated road, surrounded by floodwaters, as residents took measures to protect their property from the rising waters.
Symbolism and the pursuit of justice were also vividly captured. In Sydney, Australia, a solemn vigil titled 'Unite Against Violence: No More Empty Shoes' displayed a pair of shoes for each woman killed by domestic violence this year, alongside toys representing children. A single rose on a pair of shoes added a layer of poignant tribute.
A similar sentiment was echoed in Guatemala City, Guatemala, where women lit candles during a vigil on the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, remembering those who had been murdered.
In Dresden, Germany, the legal system took centre stage as a trial began for seven accused left-wing extremists, alleged members of the 'Antifa East' group. A defendant was photographed hiding behind a ring binder upon arrival at court, charged with attacks on right-wing extremists.
Finally, moments of spectacle and serenity provided contrast. In Ayodhya, India, the Sriram temple was pictured during a ceremony marking the formal completion of its construction. Back in Washington, DC, a hawk was captured taking off from the balustrade on the north side of the White House roof, a symbol of wild freedom juxtaposed with the seat of power. In New York, Saks Fifth Avenue unveiled its festive holiday light show and window display, signalling the arrival of the seasonal period.
