Monday, November 17, 2025, presented a world in motion, captured through powerful photographs selected by The Guardian's picture editors from across the globe.
Political Movements and Global Diplomacy
In Belém, Brazil, Indigenous activists staged a vibrant protest outside the Cop30 climate summit, demanding urgent climate justice. The demonstration highlighted the crucial role of traditional communities in environmental protection.
European diplomacy saw significant developments as French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed an important agreement at the Villacoublay airbase near Paris, strengthening their nations' partnership.
Meanwhile, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, political tensions escalated dramatically as protesters gathered at the residence of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina, attempting to demolish the property after she received a death sentence in absentia for crimes against humanity.
British Political Landscape
Domestic politics saw UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer engaging with apprentices during a Q&A session at Downing Street, focusing on skills development and employment opportunities.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch visited Fleet Marston farm in Aylesbury, speaking with agricultural workers about the challenges facing Britain's farming sector.
London also witnessed the unveiling of a new Bridget Jones statueRenée Zellweger, Sally Phillips, and author Helen Fielding, celebrating the iconic British literary character.
Global Social and Environmental Issues
In Manila, Philippines, hundreds of thousands of citizens participated in a massive anti-corruption protest, demonstrating widespread public discontent with governance issues.
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza remained starkly visible through images of displaced Palestinians' tents in the Zeitoun neighbourhood of Gaza City, while international efforts continued with soldiers from various countries convening at the US-led centre overseeing implementation of the Gaza ceasefire in Kiryat Gat, Israel.
Environmental concerns extended to Kidlington, England, where illegally dumped waste created a massive cleanup problem estimated to cost more than the local council's entire annual budget.
Cultural and Conservation Highlights
Art conservation took centre stage in Much Hadham, England, as Henry Moore's Oval with Points sculpture was carefully moved from its Hertfordshire home for conservation work before featuring in a landmark exhibition at Kew Gardens.
In Nakuru county, Kenya, conservationists relocated a juvenile Masai giraffe from an area where land subdivisions and corralling had disrupted traditional wildlife migratory routes, highlighting ongoing human-wildlife conflict challenges.
Archaeological work continued in Adıyaman, Turkey, where researchers excavated Perrhe, one of five major cities of the ancient Commagene civilisation dating back to the Roman era.
The day's imagery also captured moments of beauty and routine, from the stunning Tokyo cityscape with Mount Fuji visible at sunset to factory workers in Malang, Indonesia hand-rolling kretek cigarettes for just $1.80 per 1,000 cigarettes.
