Global Crisis and Resilience: The Week in 20 Photos
This week's collection of photographs captures a world in turmoil and moments of resilience. From the Middle East to Ukraine, and from Pakistan to the UK, these images tell stories of conflict, loss, and hope.
Middle East: Conflict and Mourning
In Nabatieh, Lebanon, a girl walks through the rubble of her home, which was the target of an Israeli airstrike during the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. The war began on 2 March when Hezbollah launched rockets at Israel in retaliation for the killing of Iran's supreme leader, causing an intense Israeli bombing campaign and invasion.
In Baysariyeh, Lebanon, Zainab mourns over the coffin of her sister, Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil, who was killed this week in an Israeli airstrike. Israel's killing of the journalist in a double-tap strike has been greeted with international outrage, as Lebanon's prime minister described the attack as a 'war crime'.
In Jerusalem, ultra-Orthodox children visit the Western Wall in the old city, a rare moment of peace amid the turmoil.
In Kfar Sir, Lebanon, mourners attend the funeral of people, including Hezbollah members, who were killed during the conflict with Israel before a 10-day ceasefire went into effect. Donald Trump announced this week that the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon would be extended by three weeks.
In Sa-Nur, West Bank, Israeli settlers and soldiers attend a celebration on the day of the re-establishment of the settlement of Sa-Nur, which was evacuated as part of Israel's 2005 disengagement. Israeli soldiers and settlers are using gendered violence and sexual assault and harassment to force Palestinians from their homes in the occupied West Bank, human rights and legal experts said this week.
In Tehran, Iran, a woman carries an AK-45 rifle as her young son holds a plastic gun during a military parade. The Iranian foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, is planning a tour of Pakistan, Russia and Oman in an effort to see if there is a basis to reopen peace talks that can end with a permanent US-Israeli commitment to cease its attacks on Iran.
Ukraine: War and Resilience
In Shostka, Ukraine, a woman stands in a residential area attacked by Russian drones. EU member states this week reached agreement on unblocking an urgently needed €90bn (£78bn) loan for Kyiv and a new package of sanctions against Moscow after Ukraine resumed pumping Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia, prompting Budapest to lift its veto.
In Dnipro, Ukraine, a man stands in a damaged house as Ukrainian rescuers work at the site of heavily damaged buildings following a Russian air attack. Ukraine's defence ministry fired a top commander after photos emerged of a group of emaciated soldiers who have been left on the frontline for months without proper food and water.
Pakistan: Blackouts and Energy Crisis
In Karachi, Pakistan, commuters walk along a street during a power cut. Pakistan has suspended electricity supply for about two hours during peak times every evening, the government said, in an effort to manage energy prices affected by the Iran war.
United Kingdom: Politics and Sports
In London, England, Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrives at the British Museum to view the final design for the Queen Elizabeth Memorial. Six days after the prime minister said he had learned that his pick for Washington ambassador, Peter Mandelson, had failed security vetting, Starmer admitted his decision to appoint him had been a fundamental mistake.
In Manchester, England, Manchester City's Erling Haaland heads the ball in front of goal during the match against Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium. Manager Pep Guardiola urged Manchester City not 'to lose focus' after Sunday's 2-1 win over Arsenal struck a significant blow for his team in the title race.
Other Global Events
In Kismayo, Somalia, displaced Somali school pupils head back to a camp for internally displaced persons on the outskirts of the town. Millions of people in Somalia are facing the repercussions of a severe drought after three consecutive failed raining seasons.
In Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, people gather before Pope Leo XIV leads a holy mass at the Malabo stadium. The pope said last Saturday that it was 'not in my interest at all' to debate with the US president, Donald Trump, about the Iran war, but that he would continue preaching the gospel message of peace.
In Kabul, Afghanistan, Afghan children attend a class at the Mansoor Rasa Mohammad private school. Madina Mansoor, an educator, founded a primary school for 180 students despite disruptions to Afghanistan's education system, which mainly affected girls' access to learning since the Taliban regained power in August 2021.
In Shreveport, Louisiana, US, people grieve in front of the home where eight children were killed and two women were wounded during a domestic violence incident. Chris Bordelon, the Shreveport police department spokesperson, said the suspect, Shamar Elkins, killed seven of his own children and wounded their mother, as well as killing another child. The mother and another woman are in critical condition. Elkins died after a police pursuit.
In Hong Kong, China, the Wang Fuk Court apartment building after a deadly fire last year. Residents have been retrieving belongings from the building during their first visit since the fire.
In Havana, Cuba, a woman looks at rubbish left on a street. Mexico, Spain and Brazil have voiced concern about the 'dramatic situation' in Cuba, which has faced months of pressure from US president Donald Trump, with the three countries urging 'sincere and respectful dialogue'.
In Tirana, Albania, opposition supporters throw molotov cocktails during a demonstration against the government. Protesters are demanding the resignation of the prime minister, Edi Rama, accusing him of undermining the rule of law and democracy.
In Tokyo, Japan, an archer in a traditional outfit riding on a horse shoots arrows at a target during the Yabusame horseback archery demonstration of samurai martial arts at Sumida Park.
In Maastricht, Netherlands, the peloton reflected in roadside mirrors as riders compete in the 2026 Amstel gold race.
