The Guardian's picture editors have selected photographs from around the world for Thursday, capturing a range of events from natural phenomena to human conflict and celebration.
Wildfire Smoke Blankets Toronto
In Toronto, Canada, people walk through the city centre as smoke from forest fires in northern Ontario causes poor air quality. The photograph by Cole Burston shows the hazy conditions affecting daily life.
World Cup Semi-Final Draws Crowds
In Chattogram, Bangladesh, people gather to watch the World Cup semi-final between Argentina and England. The match ended with Argentina defeating England 2-1, sparking celebrations in Madrid, Spain, where Argentine fans gathered in Puerta del Sol.
War and Remembrance in Ukraine
In Kyiv, Ukraine, firefighters work at the site of a Russian missile strike. Britain's prime minister, Keir Starmer, and Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, laid wreaths at the wall of remembrance for fallen Ukrainian soldiers.
Gaza: Aftermath of Airstrike
In Nusairat, Gaza Strip, a woman inspects damage caused by an Israeli airstrike on the al-Bureij refugee camp. The photograph by Moiz Salhi captures the destruction.
Political Protests in Rome
In Rome, Italy, opposition lawmakers hold placards denouncing Italian prime minister Giorgia Meloni and the government's electoral reform bill. The protest was captured by Francesco Fotia.
Cultural and Natural Highlights
In Kathmandu, Nepal, a young devotee dressed as a Hindu deity takes part in the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra procession. In Yangzhou, China, tourists visit the Luyanghu wetland park, featuring cypress trees growing in water. In Dunsden, England, the sun rises over a farmer's field in Oxfordshire.
Ancient Discovery in Turkey
In Aydın, Turkey, a swimming pool dating back about 2,000 years was unearthed during excavations at the ancient city of Tralleis.
UK Steel Nationalisation
In Scunthorpe, UK, British Steel's works are pictured on the day the UK government announced it was taking the company into public ownership. The Scunthorpe steelworks employs about 2,700 people and had been owned by the Chinese firm Jingye Group.
Clown Pilgrimage in Mexico
In Mexico City, Mexico, a group of clowns make a pilgrimage to the Basilica of Guadalupe to thank the Virgin for their health and employment. A mass was held to bless those who 'bring happiness to people of all ages and backgrounds' and to offer up their prayers and expressions of gratitude.
Bioluminescence in Spain
In Pontevedra, Spain, bioluminescence known in Galicia as mar de ardora illuminates the beach of A Lanzada. The phenomenon is caused by marine microorganisms that emit light when the water is agitated, amid the accumulation of microalgae and rising sea temperatures. The photograph by Elena Fernandez captures this natural wonder.
