Typhoon Maysak Devastates Southern China
In Qinzhou, China, rescuers are seen helping a stranded resident into a dinghy after extremely heavy rain brought by Typhoon Maysak caused extensive flooding. The typhoon, which hit the region with torrential rain, has submerged streets and shops in Nanning, as captured in a photograph by Hu Yan. The storm has disrupted daily life and prompted emergency response efforts across affected areas.
Recycling in Bangladesh and Brazil
In Nilphamari, Bangladesh, a woman sorts through discarded plastic bottles by hand at an open-air recycling centre. The bottles are collected for processing into reusable raw materials, highlighting the labour-intensive recycling practices in the region. Similarly, in Manaus, Brazil, a man searches the Cachoeirinha stream for recyclable items in the state of Amazonas, underscoring the widespread informal recycling sector.
Nato Summit in Ankara
In Ankara, Turkey, Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte, US President Donald Trump, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan pose for a leaders' photo during the Nato summit. The summit brought together key allies to discuss security and defence issues, with the photograph capturing a moment of diplomatic engagement.
War and Displacement in Gaza
In Khan Younis, Gaza, a Palestinian woman who lost two sons during the war with Israel lives in a makeshift tent with her surviving family. The image, taken by Mahmoud Abu Hamda, depicts the ongoing humanitarian crisis and the struggles of displaced families in the region.
French Far-Right Leader Campaigns
In La Flèche, France, far-right leader Marine Le Pen is surrounded by supporters and journalists during a market visit. On Tuesday, Le Pen announced her candidacy for the 2027 French presidential election after an appeal court ruling shortened her ban on running for office while upholding her conviction for embezzling EU funds. The photograph by Benoît Tessier captures the political momentum.
Volcano Tourism in Inner Mongolia
In Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia, China, tourists clad in spacesuits immerse themselves in the extraterrestrial-like landscape of the Ulan Hada volcanic park. This unique tourism attraction draws visitors seeking an otherworldly experience amid volcanic terrain.
Wimbledon Wheelchair Tennis
At the Wimbledon tennis championships in London, UK, Gordon Reid and Alfie Hewett of Great Britain compete in a wheelchair doubles match against Tom Egberink and Maarten Ter Hofte of the Netherlands. The photograph by John Walton highlights the athleticism and competition in the tournament.
World Cup Celebrations
In Atlanta, USA, Argentina’s World Cup squad throws teammate Lionel Messi into the air as they celebrate their win over Egypt to secure a quarter-final place in the football World Cup. The image by Jacob Kupferman captures the jubilant moment of victory.
Heatwave in the UK
In Dover, UK, a couple enjoys the morning sunshine on a beach in Kent as the heatwave in the south-east of England continues. The photograph by Gareth Fuller reflects the pleasant weather conditions affecting the region.
Historical Exhibition in China
In Taiyuan, China, visitors view some of the 134 historical artefacts at the Land of Noah: Masterpieces from the Yerevan History Museum of Armenia exhibition at Shanxi museum. The exhibition showcases cultural heritage from Armenia.
