The top photos of the week by AP's photojournalists

By The Associated Press

Posted 8/21/25

Aug. 15-21, 2025

This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Shuji Kajiyama, highlights some of the most compelling images worldwide published by The Associated Press in the past week.

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The top photos of the week by AP's photojournalists

A police officer looks out from shields on which demonstrators smeared paint at a protest against the war in Gaza, in Mexico City, Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Fernando Llano)

Posted Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:55 pm

By The Associated Press

Aug. 15-21, 2025

This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Shuji Kajiyama, highlights some of the most compelling images worldwide published by The Associated Press in the past week.

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