The Week in Photos: November 28 - December 5

dpa International highlights this week's most striking moments: from Pope Leo XIV's visits to Turkey and Lebanon, German President Steinmeier's state visit to the UK, Vladimir Putin's discussions in India, widespread student protests in Germany, to cities lighting up for early holiday celebrations.

Pope Leo XIV's Travels

The Pope visits the iconic Sultan Ahmed Mosque (Blue Mosque) in Istanbul. Vatican Media/IPA via ZUMA Press/dpa

In Lebanon, dancers perform the traditional Dabkeh to welcome Pope Leo XIV at the Presidential Palace in Baabda. -/Lebanese Presidency/dpa

Pope Leo XIV leaves Saint Maroun Monastery in Annaya after praying at the tomb of Saint Charbel. Marek Ladzinski/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

World Leaders in Motion

Russian President Vladimir Putin is greeted by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi before their meeting in New Delhi. -/Kremlin/dpa

French President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the Elysee Palace. Stephane De Sakutin/AFP/dpa

King Charles III inspects the Guard of Honour with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier during a ceremonial welcome at Windsor Castle. Carl Court/PA Wire/dpa

The royal couple bid farewell to Steinmeier and his wife as their state visit concludes. Bernd von Jutrczenka/dpa

King Charles III addresses guests during a state banquet in honour of the German President. Yui Mok/PA Wire/dpa

Germany: Military Service Protests

Chancellor Friedrich Merz attends a Bundestag session discussing military service reforms. Sebastian Christoph Gollnow/dpa

Merz casts his vote on the new military service law. Kay Nietfeld/dpa

Students stage a strike on Postplatz against compulsory military service. Sebastian Kahnert/dpa

A demonstrator gestures at the assembly during a protest against the new AfD youth organization. Boris Roessler/dpa

Global Demonstrations and Tragedies

Pro-Palestinian protesters gather on the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. Francesco Fotia/AGF via ZUMA Press/dpa

Relatives mourn journalist Mahmoud Wadi, killed in a drone strike in Khan Younis, Gaza. Abed Rahim Khatib/dpa

Children watch cartoons near rubble and displaced persons tents in Gaza City. Omar Ashtawy/APA Images via ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

Activists block ICE agents suspected of staging a raid in New York City. Carol Guzy/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

Events Around the World

Attendees photograph aircraft at the Industrial Aviation Fair. Jesus Vargas/dpa

Greek farmers gather near Thessaloniki to protest reduced EU subsidies. Giannis Papanikos/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

Protesters mark one year since the stopped martial law attempt in South Korea. Suh Jeen Moon/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

Residents use a cable to cross the Peusangan River after the collapse of the Juli Bridge in Indonesia. Muhammad Iqbal/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

An aerial view shows Iranian firefighters combating forest fires in Tuskastan. Ircs/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa

A protester participates in the Rising Tide blockade in Newcastle. Darren Pateman/AAP/dpa

Greek actress Mary Mina presents the Olympic torch during the handover ceremony for the 2026 Winter Games. Claudio Furlan/LaPresse via ZUMA Press/dpa

Sports Highlights

British F1 driver Oliver Bearman competes in the Qatar Grand Prix qualifying session. David Davies/PA Wire/dpa

Lewis Hamilton poses with the team photo ahead of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. David Davies/PA Wire/dpa

Spain celebrates winning the UEFA Women's Nations League final against Germany. Sebastian Christoph Gollnow/dpa

Soccer matches in England and Germany showcase intense competition, including Liverpool vs Sunderland and Bayern Munich vs St. Pauli. Peter Byrne/PA Wire; Sven Hoppe/dpa

Manchester City's Erling Haaland heads the ball against Leeds United. Martin Rickett/PA Wire/dpa

Chelsea faces Arsenal in a Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge. John Walton/PA Wire/dpa

Festive and Cultural Scenes

The large illuminated puppet "Vektor" tours the Christmas market in Stuttgart, part of a World AIDS Day campaign. Marijan Murat/dpa

A floating Christmas tree decorates Weener harbor, with the "Trfwieven" monument in view. Lars Penning/dpa

The Northern Lights shine over Straumur near Hafnarfjorour, Iceland. Owen Humphreys/PA Wire/dpa

Author: Ava Mitchell