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During the demonstration, a Kurdish female protester holds a placard with an image of the young Iranian Kurdish woman, Jina Mahsa Amini beaten to death by the morality police in Tehran on September 16, 2022. Dozens of Kurdish protesters assembled in Marseille, marching through the streets to demand an end to violence against women on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.During the demonstration, a Kurdish female protester holds a placard with an image of the young Iranian Kurdish woman, Jina Mahsa Amini beaten to death by the morality police in Tehran on September 16, 2022. Dozens of Kurdish protesters assembled in Marseille, marching through the streets to demand an end to violence against women on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

Demonstration against violence against kurdish women in Marseille, France

Demonstration against violence against kurdish women in Marseille, France.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) speaking at a Senate caucus leadership press conference at the U.S. Capitol.Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) speaking at a Senate caucus leadership press conference at the U.S. Capitol.

Senator Caucus Leadership Press Conferences in Washington, US

Senator Caucus Leadership Press Conferences in Washington, US

A female protester with her hands tied together symbolically shows the kind of torture prisoners of war are subjected to during the demonstration. A demonstration organized by the Ukrainian community took place in Gdansk. The aim of the rally was to remind the world that the last exchange of prisoners of war defending Azovstal took place more than six months ago. The conditions in which the captives are being held are tragic. They are subjected to torture. They are not provided with medical care.A female protester with her hands tied together symbolically shows the kind of torture prisoners of war are subjected to during the demonstration. A demonstration organized by the Ukrainian community took place in Gdansk. The aim of the rally was to remind the world that the last exchange of prisoners of war defending Azovstal took place more than six months ago. The conditions in which the captives are being held are tragic. They are subjected to torture. They are not provided with medical care.

Save Azovstal demonstration in Gdansk, Poland

On 26 November 2023, a demonstration organised by the Ukrainian community took place in Gdansk. The aim of the rally was to remind the world that the last exchange of prisoners of war defending Azovstal took place more than six months ago. The conditions in which the captives are being held are tragic. They are subjected to torture. They are not provided with medical care.

A woman with her mouth gagged is seen holding a candle and a placard as she takes part in the performance 'Walk of silence' against gender violence. In commemoration of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, dozens of women took part in a Caminata Del Silencio (Walk of silence) against gender-based sexual violence. They march every year along the streets in Malaga holding candles and placards with the names of all women who were killed by their partners in Spain.A woman with her mouth gagged is seen holding a candle and a placard as she takes part in the performance 'Walk of silence' against gender violence. In commemoration of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, dozens of women took part in a Caminata Del Silencio (Walk of silence) against gender-based sexual violence. They march every year along the streets in Malaga holding candles and placards with the names of all women who were killed by their partners in Spain.

Walk of silence 2023 against gender violence in Malaga, Spain

In commemoration of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, dozens of women took part in a Caminata Del Silencio (Walk of silence) against gender-based sexual violence. They march every year along the streets in Malaga holding candles and placards with the names of all women who were killed by their partners every year in Spain

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Volunteers seen handing out food supply to refugees in the Idomeni camp. - Over 10,000 refugees are still stuck in the Idomeni refugee camp at the border between Greece and Macadonia. Many had been staying in the camp for over a month as they hope that the border will be reopening again for them cross into western Europe.Volunteers seen handing out food supply to refugees in the Idomeni camp. - Over 10,000 refugees are still stuck in the Idomeni refugee camp at the border between Greece and Macadonia. Many had been staying in the camp for over a month as they hope that the border will be reopening again for them cross into western Europe.

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A family is seen lighting their krathong on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.A family is seen lighting their krathong on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

A family is seen lighting their krathong on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

A family is seen carrying krathongs during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.A family is seen carrying krathongs during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

A family is seen carrying krathongs during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

A young couple is seen with their krathong on the bank of the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.A young couple is seen with their krathong on the bank of the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

A young couple is seen with their krathong on the bank of the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

Thai and foreigners are seen praying in front of their krathong before putting it on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.Thai and foreigners are seen praying in front of their krathong before putting it on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

Thai and foreigners are seen praying in front of their krathong before putting it on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

Thai and foreigners are seen with their krathongs during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.Thai and foreigners are seen with their krathongs during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

Thai and foreigners are seen with their krathongs during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

Thai and foreigners are seen with their krathong on the bank of the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.Thai and foreigners are seen with their krathong on the bank of the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

Thai and foreigners are seen with their krathong on the bank of the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

Thai women in traditional costumes are seen during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.Thai women in traditional costumes are seen during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

Thai women in traditional costumes are seen during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

Young women are seen taking pictures while their friend is praying in front of her Krathong during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.Young women are seen taking pictures while their friend is praying in front of her Krathong during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

Young women are seen taking pictures while their friend is praying in front of her Krathong during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

Krathongs are seen floating in the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.Krathongs are seen floating in the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

Krathongs are seen floating in the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

A Thai couple are seen carrying a krathong to put it on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.A Thai couple are seen carrying a krathong to put it on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

A Thai couple are seen carrying a krathong to put it on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

A woman is seen taking a picture of her husband with his krathong on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.A woman is seen taking a picture of her husband with his krathong on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

A woman is seen taking a picture of her husband with his krathong on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

A krathong is seen floating in the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.A krathong is seen floating in the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

A krathong is seen floating in the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

A young woman is seen putting her krathong in the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.A young woman is seen putting her krathong in the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

A young woman is seen putting her krathong in the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

A woman is seen placing her krathong on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.A woman is seen placing her krathong on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

A woman is seen placing her krathong on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

A man is seen holding his wife while she is putting her krathong on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.A man is seen holding his wife while she is putting her krathong on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

A man is seen holding his wife while she is putting her krathong on the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

People are seen with their krathongs on the bank of the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.People are seen with their krathongs on the bank of the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

People are seen with their krathongs on the bank of the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

Thai and foreigners are seen with their krathong, on the bank of the lake, during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.Thai and foreigners are seen with their krathong, on the bank of the lake, during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

Thai and foreigners are seen with their krathong, on the bank of the lake, during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these baskets.

Thais and foreigners are seen with their krathongs, on the bank of the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.Thais and foreigners are seen with their krathongs, on the bank of the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.

Thais and foreigners are seen with their krathongs, on the bank of the lake during the Magical Loy Krathong Festival at Jodd Fairs Dan Neramit in Bangkok. Loy Krathong, Thailand's Festival of Lights, is celebrated annually across Thailand and nearby regions. During this festival, people float decorated baskets made of banana leaves, incense sticks, and candles on rivers, canals, or ponds. They make wishes as they release these floating offerings.