Groundbreaking visuals, global scoops, and standout photojournalism – Your weekly AP recap
This week: Rare Everest coverage, a Ukrainian POW investigation, moving images from Hajj and Tiananmen, and the stories shaping headlines around the world.
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When the world turned to Rome after Pope Francis’ death, AP 360 was already there. With 46 newsrooms contributing across 22 days, this unprecedented operation brought viewers panoramic studio shots, global reaction, and continuous live coverage from the heart of the Vatican.
Millions of Muslims embark on the annual Hajj pilgrimage
The annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia has begun. It’s required once in a lifetime by every Muslim who can afford it and is physically able to make it.
The 36th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown
China marked the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown under tight security and silence, as public remembrance is banned on the mainland and in Hong Kong.
Each week, The Associated Press awards honors for the news scoops or exclusives that did the most to enhance AP’s competitive position in the previous seven days.
First winner
AP uncovers the brutal fate of Ukrainian POWs in Russian captivity.
This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Anne Marie Belgrave, highlights some of the most compelling images worldwide made or published by The Associated Press in the past week.
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