The week around the world in 20 pictures

Russian forces launched a significant missile strike on Kyiv and its surrounding areas using a hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missile for the third time, resulting in at least four deaths and around 100 injuries. The attacks followed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s vow of retaliation after accusing Ukrainian forces of a deadly drone strike on a student dormitory in the Russian-controlled Luhansk region. Red Cross volunteers were seen assisting injured civilians in shelters amid the ongoing bombardment of residential neighborhoods. In the United States, protests erupted outside the Delaney Hall federal immigration detention center in Newark, New Jersey, where detainees have been conducting a hunger and labor strike. Federal agents responded with force, including the use of Tasers and chemical sprays, to disperse demonstrators demanding better food, ventilation, medical care, and expedited immigration case processing. Activists report that between 300 and 400 detainees are participating in the strike, highlighting ongoing concerns about conditions within immigration facilities. Europe experienced an intense early heatwave, with temperatures reaching 35°C (95°F) in Paris, prompting some residents to seek relief by swimming in local canals. The UN climate chief described the event as a stark reminder of the escalating impacts of the global climate crisis. The heatwave contributed to physical challenges for athletes at the French Open, including Italy’s Jannik Sinner, who cited the extreme conditions as a factor in his second-round defeat. In Africa, efforts to combat a deadly Ebola outbreak continue in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the death rate ranges from 30% to 50%. Awareness campaigns are underway in cities like Goma to educate the public on prevention and containment measures. Meanwhile, in Gaza, Eid al-Adha celebrations were observed, reflecting the persistence of cultural and religious traditions amid ongoing regional challenges.