Israel ended the cease-fire and launched an attack on Gaza that kills hundreds of Palestinians on March 18, 2025. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz announced in a joint statement that they had instructed the Israel Defense Forces to "take strong action" against Hamas in Gaza.

New York City’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade took over Fifth Avenue on March 17, 2025, with thousands of spectators lining the streets. The procession, which passed St. Patrick’s Cathedral, featured marching bands, Irish organizations, and uniformed service members. New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Eric Adams were in attendance to celebrate the tradition.

Israelis wear costumes and attend a street party as they celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim in Jerusalem on March 16, 2025. Purim is a Jewish holiday that celebrates the saving of Jewish people from an official of the Achaemenid Empire named Haman.

President Donald Trump meets with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin and supports Tesla cars along with Elon Musk on the South Lawn of the White House. Democrats hold a press conference on community violence and intervention. House Republicans pass a funding bill to avert a government shutdown, among the highlights of this week in Washington.

President Donald Trump meets with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin at the White House in Washington on March 12, 2025. Martin and his wife, Mary O'Shea, presented Trump a traditional shamrock bowl during a St. Patrick's Day reception. Martin spoke highly of the Trump administration's efforts related to the war between Ukraine and Russia.

NASA and SpaceX prepare for the Crew-10 mission at Kennedy Space Center in Florida on March 12, 2025. The mission will send a four-member crew to the International Space Station and include the retrieval of astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore. Initial launch plans were scrubbed due to technical issues, with another launch attempt planned for March 13.

Israelis gather and protest for the release of hostages held by Hamas outside the Israel Defense Ministry in Tel Aviv on March 11, 2025. Demonstrators took to the streets and blocked traffic. A tent encampment was set up outside the Israel Defense Ministry.

Pro-Palestine protesters held a rally in support of activist Mahmoud Khalil in New York City on March 10, 2025. Khalil, who led student protests against Israel's war in Gaza at Columbia University, was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement over the weekend. A federal judge has blocked the deportation of Khalil.

Thousands of traditional Hina dolls create a stunning display at Tsubosaka-dera Temple in Takatori, Japan, during the annual Dai Hina Mandala festival on March 9, 2025. The event, held in honor of Japan’s centuries-old Doll Festival, features intricate doll arrangements surrounding a statue of Buddha, blending cultural heritage with spiritual symbolism.

Muslim worshippers visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque to pray in observance of Ramadan in Muscat, Oman, on March 9, 2025. Muslim people around the world are celebrating the holiest month in the Islamic calendar.

Large crowds rally at City Hall after marching from Pershing Square to commemorate International Women's Day and protest Trump administration actions in Los Angeles on March 8, 2025.

The United Nations celebrates International Women's Day by presenting its "For Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment" keynote event at the General Assembly building in New York City on March 7, 2025. The event features speakers such as Gymnast Aly Raisman and news anchor Sade Baderinwa. International Women's Day is March 8.

President Donald Trump offers remarks on the latest jobs report, signs an executive order related to tariffs and addresses a joint session of Congress. Senate Republicans meet with Elon Musk. New York City Mayor Eric Adams and other mayors attend a House Committee on Oversight and Reform hearing on sanctuary cities. President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress, among the highlights of this week in Washington.

Mardi Gras celebrations, featuring the Zulu Parade, arrive in New Orleans on March 4, 2025. The Louisiana holiday marks the final day of festivities before the start of Lent.

President Donald Trump addressed a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol in Washington on March 4, 2025. In his first significant speech of his second term, Trump outlined his domestic and foreign policy agenda before a divided chamber. Republicans cheered, while Democrats held up protest signs in opposition. Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, interrupted the speech, and was escorted out by security.

Vice President JD Vance speaks at the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast. President Donald Trump meets with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, holds a Cabinet meeting and meets with French President Emmanuel Macron, among the highlights of this week in Washington.

President Donald Trump meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House in Washington on February 28, 2025. The talks between the two leaders are the first in-person since Trump opened direct negotiations with Moscow in an effort to kickstart a peace effort.

President Donald Trump meets with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House in Washington on February 27, 2025. The two talked inside the Oval Office about the war in Ukraine, defense spending and Trump's proposed tariffs.

Israelis mourn the Bibas family during their funeral on February 26, 2025. Israelis lined the road as the funeral procession passed through Sderot and Rishon LeZion. Shiri Bibas and her two sons, Kfir and Ariel, were taken hostage by Hamas on October 7, 2023. When Hamas returned the bodies, it said they had been killed during Israeli airstrikes. But according to an Israeli autopsy report, the children had been murdered, their bodies mutilated to make it look like they were wounded from bombing.

Supporters of impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk-Yeol held a rally near the Constitutional Court in Seoul on February 25, 2025, during the final hearing in Yoon's impeachment trail. Yoon's brief declaration of martial law on December 3 led to his impeachment by the unicameral parliament and his arrest on insurrection charges.