September 2024 brought powerful imagery from photographers of the Associated Press, capturing notable moments across the globe.
Serbia: Boys were seen rowing on the Sava River in Belgrade on Sunday, September 1. This serene image was captured by AP’s Darko Vojinovic.
United States: A candlelight vigil for students and teachers took place at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, on Wednesday, September 4, photographed by Mike Stewart. In another poignant image, former President Donald Trump and Senator J.D. Vance attended the 9/11 Memorial ceremony in New York on the 23rd anniversary of the attacks, captured by Yuki Iwamura.
Italy: The Venice Film Festival witnessed Richard Gere present on its red carpet for the film “Wolfs” premiere, highlighted by Joel C. Ryan’s photography on September 1.
Lebanon: Hezbollah supporters were photographed during a funeral procession in Beirut’s southern suburb, reflecting ongoing regional tensions. This image was taken on September 25 by Hassan Ammar.
India: A protest unfolded in Kolkata against a brutal crime, with a woman expressing strong reactions on September 1, as documented by Bikas Das.
Germany: Birds flew near a church in Wehrheim against a foggy backdrop, an image captured by Michael Probst on September 3.
Gaza Strip: Palestinians observed the destruction from an airstrike in Muwasi on September 10, captured by Abdel Kareem Hana, showcasing the stark realities of conflict.
Sri Lanka: In Spring Valley Estate, a poignant family moment was documented by Eranga Jayawardena on September 10.
Ecuador: A challenging scene from Quito featured a resident carrying a dog amid forest fires, captured by Carlos Noriega on September 24.
Florida, USA: In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, an American flag in floodwaters conveyed resilience and despair. Mike Carlson documented this moment in St. Petersburg on September 27.
Cuba: Ramon Espinosa photographed a woman’s interaction with her dogs amidst flood-damaged surroundings in Batabano on September 26.
Israel: On September 22, AP’s Ariel Schalit documented the aftermath of a rocket attack, illustrating ongoing regional volatility.
Ukraine: A shell-shocked soldier from the Azov brigade was photographed near Toretsk on September 24, captured by Evgeniy Maloletka.
Argentina: Tensions unfolded in Buenos Aires as police detained a protestor, documented by Rodrigo Abd on September 11.
Kenya: Emotional scenes at Moi Teaching Hospital morgue involved grieving relatives, captured by Andrew Kasuku on September 13.
Thailand: Bangkok hosted a celebration for marriage equality on September 25, photographed by Sakchai Lalit.
Papua New Guinea: The Pope’s visit brought thousands together; an Asaro mudman was depicted having a drink during this event, captured by Mark Baker on September 9.
Haiti: A vivid scene in Port-au-Prince showed life amid displacement due to gang violence, captured by Odelyn Joseph on September 20.
Kansas, USA: A serene photograph depicted a bee and sunflower silhouetted at sunset, captured by Charlie Riedel on September 7.
Lebanon: A moving funeral scene in Beirut illustrated the toll of a deadly explosion, brought to visual life by Hussein Malla on September 19.
Ukraine: A Ukrainian artillery moment near Toretsk showcased ongoing conflict, captured by Maloletka on September 22.
Singapore: Formula One action was caught by Vincent Thian during the Singapore Grand Prix’s qualifying session on September 21.
Lebanon: Fluctuations in regional stability were evident as fires rose after an Israeli airstrike, captured by Malla on September 28.
New York, USA: The Tribute in Light commemorated 9/11’s anniversary, shot by Iwamura on September 11 from the Staten Island Ferry.