Stormy Weather and Global Protests: Wednesday's Photos
Tourists braved the elements on the Promenade des Anglais in Nice, France, as stormy weather swept across the French Riviera. The Mediterranean Sea churned against the shore, providing a dramatic backdrop for visitors.
In New Delhi, India, a devastating hotel fire claimed at least 21 lives, including several foreign nationals. Local residents were seen rescuing a woman from the blaze, highlighting the heroic efforts amid the tragedy.
In Piraeus, Greece, demonstrators gathered at the port to protest the arrival of the Israeli cruise ship Crown Iris. The protesters voiced opposition to Israel's actions in the Gaza Strip and called for greater support for the Palestinian population.
Mexico City witnessed a unique protest as a giant sculpture of a footballer, installed for the upcoming FIFA 2026 World Cup, was pulled down and stripped by educators from the National Coordination of Education Workers. The act aimed to draw attention to their labor demands.
In Los Angeles, USA, voters headed to the polls for key primary elections, including the California governorship and the mayoralty of Los Angeles. The elections are seen as a bellwether for the upcoming general election.
In Zhengzhou, China, monkeys cooled off in a pool at a zoo as high temperatures prompted authorities to issue an orange alert. The heatwave has affected several provinces in China.
Musician Yungblud performed during The Idols World Tour in Hollywood, Florida, drawing a crowd of enthusiastic fans.
In Tokyo, Japan, passengers faced delays at Haneda Airport as tropical storm Jangmi hit the region, disrupting flights and causing travel chaos.
Workers in Yuncheng, China, were seen hauling long nets to harvest brine shrimps in the Salt Lake of Shanxi Province, a traditional practice that continues amid modern changes.
In Seoul, South Korea, officials prepared to count ballots after local elections, which are expected to shape the political landscape in the coming years.
Residents in West Java, Indonesia, covered their noses as they passed a temporary waste collection site in Bandung. A waste emergency was declared due to a surge in daily volume up to 1,500 tons, exceeding the disposal quota for the Sarimukti Landfill.
In the Central Mediterranean, migrants including 18 unaccompanied minors were rescued by the NGO vessel Open Arms after departing Libya the previous day in a wooden boat. The rescue highlights the ongoing migrant crisis in the region.
A drone view captured vessels anchored in the Strait of Hormuz near Musandam, Oman, a critical waterway for global oil shipments.
Ukraine reportedly launched attacks on the opening day of the St Petersburg International Economic Forum in Russia, escalating tensions between the two nations.
In Kyiv, Ukraine, smoke from explosions caused by missile strikes during a Russian aerial attack rose into the night sky, underscoring the ongoing conflict.
The aftermath of Israeli airstrikes was visible in Burj al-Chamali, Lebanon, near the southern city of Tyre, causing destruction and displacement.
