The Guardian's picture editors have selected a series of striking photographs from around the world for Monday, 29 June 2026. The images capture a wide range of events, from the start of Wimbledon to a wine battle in Spain, a deadly heatwave in Europe, and political developments in the UK.
Wimbledon Begins with Queues
In London, tennis spectators queued on day one of the Wimbledon championships at the All England Lawn Tennis Club. The photo by Amer Ghazzal/Shutterstock shows fans waiting eagerly for the tournament to start.
Spain's Annual Battle of Wine
In Haro, Spain, people attended the annual Battle of Wine in La Rioja province, where more than 40,000 litres of wine are poured among participants using all kinds of 'weapons', from water pistols to sprayers. The photograph by Villar López/EPA captures the festive chaos.
Europe's Deadly Heatwave Continues
In Durrës, Albania, beachgoers enjoyed an artificial pier as Europe's deadly heatwave pushed east. Hundreds of millions of people sweltered across the continent despite fleeting relief from overnight storms, notably in France and Belgium. The photo by Adnan Beci/AFP/Getty Images shows the scene.
Doctor Strikes in Belfast
In Belfast, UK, resident doctors were on the picket line outside Royal Victoria hospital, striking over pay. The 24-hour walkout began at 7am on Monday. The photograph by Liam McBurney/PA shows the striking doctors.
UK Political Developments
In London, Keir Starmer spoke at a roundtable event with representatives of the hospitality industry at 10 Downing Street. The photo by Alberto Pezzali/AFP/Getty Images captures the moment.
In Manchester, Andy Burnham, expected to succeed Keir Starmer as Labour party leader and prime minister, arrived to deliver a speech at the People's History Museum. The photograph by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images shows Burnham.
Airstrike in Afghanistan
In Samkani, Afghanistan, people gathered near a destroyed building after an airstrike in Paktia province. The photo by Reuters shows the aftermath.
Protest in Arizona
In Arizona, US, demonstrators protested outside Eloy Detention Center, calling for the release of Arbella 'Yari' Rodríguez Márquez, who is critically ill with leukaemia, and all LGBTQ+ migrants, on the anniversary of the Stonewall uprising. The photograph by Caitlin O'Hara/Reuters shows the protest.
South Africa Migration Issue
In Durban, South Africa, hundreds of undocumented migrants boarded buses that would take them home. President Cyril Ramaphosa vowed on 25 June to crush any attempts to destabilise the nation during planned anti-immigrant marches, amid a wave of xenophobia. Citizen-led groups set Tuesday 30 June as a deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave and called for nationwide marches against illegal immigration. The photo by Marco Longari/AFP/Getty Images captures the migrants.
Nepal's National Paddy Day
In Kathmandu, Nepal, people in Tokha sang and danced to mark National Paddy Day. On this day, known locally as Asar Pandra, farmers begin the annual rice-planting season and take part in festivities such as eating dahi chiura, a mixture of yoghurt and beaten rice. The photograph by Narendra Shrestha/EPA shows the celebrations.
Canada World Cup Win
In Vancouver, Canada, fans celebrated after their World Cup win against South Africa. The photo by Xinhua/Shutterstock shows the joyous fans.
