A curated selection of photographs from around the world captures diverse moments on Tuesday, from festive celebrations to environmental challenges and tragic events.
Victory Day in Moscow
Students in Moscow dressed in mid-20th-century style and Soviet-era uniforms performed a 'victory waltz' as part of Victory Day celebrations. The event commemorates the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.
Rubbish Removal in Gaza
In Gaza City, municipality workers collaborated with the UN Development Programme to move waste from Firas market to a new uninhabited area south of the city. The effort aims to mitigate health and environmental repercussions of accumulating rubbish.
Political and Legal Developments
In London, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke at a meeting with civic leaders to discuss tackling antisemitism. In Ashkelon, Israel, Brazilian activist Thiago Avila was escorted into court as authorities sought to extend the detention of two foreign activists from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla.
Military and Security
Israeli troops were seen driving a tank through a village in southern Lebanon. In Leipzig, Germany, police investigated a car attack that killed two pedestrians; the 33-year-old German driver was arrested.
Disasters and Accidents
In Liuyang, China, an explosion at a fireworks factory killed at least 21 people and injured 61. In Richmond, Australia, emergency services searched for missing people after a rescue vessel capsized, killing three, including two volunteers.
Reconstruction and Remembrance
In Altadena, California, an aerial view showed homes being rebuilt after the Eaton Fire destroyed over 9,000 structures. In Aden, Yemen, thousands gathered to commemorate the ninth anniversary of the southern transitional council's founding.
Cultural Events and Natural Phenomena
In New York, spectators held up phones to record guests at the 2026 Met Gala. In Sakarya, Turkey, heavy rain caused flooding, captured in an aerial view. In Culiacán, Mexico, a man held an image of folk saint Jesús Malverde, revered by some as a protector.
International Incidents
In Lima, Peru, a family member held a photograph of relatives allegedly recruited by Russia for the war in Ukraine, demanding information. Three more Peruvians returned home, bringing the total to 15 over two weeks.
