Captured

The week's best photojournalism

In some of the week's most eye-catching images, the sun sets behind a seaside Ferris wheel, a gymnast twists and turns, and more

(REUTERS/ Ali Hashisho)

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**See last week's best photojournalism**

Peru's president moves to dissolve Congress

A soldier seen on the background of the Nigerian flag.

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A Dark History in Africa

Nigerian military has run forced abortion program for years, report says

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power grab

3 wild details of the plot to overthrow the German government

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decision time

Zelensky and 'spirit of Ukraine' named Time Person of the Year

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Fear Factor

Russian military bloggers are reportedly irate over Ukraine drone strikes

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Breaking up is hard to do

439 Texas churches split from United Methodist Church in widening schism

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