A bus rescue in Paris, samurai celebrations in Japan, and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan are among the powerful images captured by photographers around the world on Thursday.
France: Bus plunges into River Seine
Emergency teams responded after a bus carrying passengers entered the River Seine in Juvisy-sur-Orge, near Paris. Firefighters and rescue services worked quickly to assist those on board. The incident drew significant attention, with photographs showing the bus partially submerged in the water.
China: Birdlife flourishes at Puzhehei
In Qiubei county, the Puzhehei scenic area has seen a steady improvement in its environment, leading to a substantial increase in the number and diversity of bird species. A serene view of the area highlights the successful conservation efforts.
London: Artists Gilbert & George at exhibition photocall
Artists Gilbert and George attended a photocall for their exhibition "Our George Crompton, Worlds and Windows" at the Gilbert & George Centre in London. The duo posed for photographs ahead of the show's opening.
Sudan: Displaced student in Port Sudan
A displaced Sudanese student was seen looking out from a tent at an elementary school in Port Sudan. Ongoing conflict between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has killed tens of thousands and triggered one of the world's largest humanitarian crises. More than 8 million children are out of school, according to Unicef.
United States: Immigration operations in Tennessee
In Antioch, community members recorded a federal immigration agent during immigration operations in Tennessee. The scene reflects the ongoing debate and tensions surrounding immigration enforcement in the country.
Nepal: Rato Machhindranath festival in Kathmandu
Female worshippers pulled the towering chariot of the Rato Machhindranath festival from Lagankhel to Thatitole. The month-long celebration is one of the longest festivals in the region, drawing participants and onlookers alike.
Ukraine: Soldier prepares howitzer in Kharkiv
A soldier of the 13th Khartiia Operative Purpose Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine prepared to fire a Bohdana self-propelled howitzer towards Russian positions on the frontline near Kharkiv. The image underscores the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine.
Turkey: Flamingos take flight at Sarıyar dam
Flamingos ran across the water as they took off in the Nallıhan district near Sarıyar dam. With the arrival of spring, the area hosts a rich variety of bird species, while those that spend the summer here migrate south during the winter.
Kenya: Marathon record holder meets president
Traditional dancers dressed in Maasai attire welcomed Sebastian Sawe, who set the world record at the London Marathon, during his meeting with President William Ruto at State House in Nairobi. The celebration highlighted Kenya's dominance in long-distance running.
France: Emergency response at Seine bus incident
Emergency services and firefighters continued their response after a bus carrying passengers entered the River Seine near Paris. The scene showed the coordinated effort to ensure safety and recover the vehicle.
London: Nigel Farage visits Golders Green after stabbing
Nigel Farage, the Reform UK leader, visited Golders Green in north-west London after a double stabbing on Wednesday. A 45-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident. Farage's visit drew media attention.
Lebanon: Funeral for civil defence members killed in strike
Members of the Lebanese civil defence carried the coffins of three colleagues killed in an Israeli strike on Tuesday during a funeral procession in Tyre. The ceremony was a somber reminder of the ongoing tensions in the region.
Japan: Samurai warriors at Sunrise festival
Men dressed as samurai warriors awaited the start of the second leg of the two-day Sunrise festival in Ome. The centuries-old celebration, which heralds spring, drew hundreds of worshippers to a mountain in Tokyo, where robed Shinto priests led a procession to a sacred shrine at the summit.
United States: Volleyball silhouettes at sunset
Silhouettes of people playing volleyball were captured as the sun melted into the California horizon in Encinitas. The image epitomizes the relaxed coastal lifestyle of the region.
