In brief
This week saw various notable occurrences, from sports to political protests, all captured in vivid imagery.
Article Text: A selection of compelling news photographs from international locations. Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images/Reuters: San Francisco 49ers player Isaac Guerendo dashes toward the end zone, despite the snowy backdrop, in a clash against the Buffalo Bills. The Bills emerged victorious with a score of 35-10. Hannah McKay/Reuters: Pop icon Rihanna dazzled crowds as she headlined The 2024 Fashion Awards at London’s illustrious Royal Albert Hall. Martin Divisek/EPA-EFE: In a historical homage, about 1,000 participants staged a re-enactment of the Battle of Austerlitz, marking its 219th anniversary. The original conflict involved Napoleon's Grande Armee defeating a stronger Russo-Austrian force in just six hours on December 2, 1805. Bilal Al Hammoud/EPA-EFE: In a significant military advance, rebel forces have reclaimed control of Aleppo, Syria's second-largest city, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict. This is the most substantial offensive against the Syrian government in years, as rebels return after being ousted in 2016. Kin Cheung/AFP: In London, members of the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards conducted a ceremonial welcome for the Emir of Qatar and his spouse at the Horse Guards Parade. Farooq Khan/EPA-EFE: As harsh winter conditions set in, individuals traverse around Dal Lake, where temperatures fell below -4°C (25°F) in several regions of Indian-administered Kashmir. Oli Scarff/AFP: Actor Richard Aucott prepared backstage for his portrayal of Nurse Nelly in the Christmas pantomime "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" at St Helens Theatre Royal located in Merseyside. Luisa Nhantumbo/EPA-EFE: Following the recent election results, students in Maputo, Mozambique, protested en route from their final secondary school exams. Opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane urged for ongoing protests amidst violent clashes with law enforcement that have resulted in at least 67 fatalities. Giorgi Arjevanidze/AFP: Protests surged in Georgia, with over 300 arrests made after the ruling party, Georgian Dream, announced a pause on EU accession talks. Kai Pfaffenbach/Reuters: In Jockgrim, Germany, members of the Riding Santas Harley Davidson Club embarked on their 10th charity ride, distributing candies to children while raising funds for a children’s hospice.
