The Guardian’s picture editors select some of the most powerful photos from around the world
Photograph: Pedro Pardo/AFP/Getty ImagesThe remains of a storm-damaged, temporary floating pier that was previously anchored by the US to boost aid deliveries. A spokesperson for the US defence department said the pier would be operational again in just over a week after reconstruction workJulius Malema , the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters, speaks to the media as he arrives at a polling station in Mponegele primary school, Seshego.
The animals are cleaned in water and then scrubbed with a brushA Palestinian child carries usable items found among destroyed buildings. The southern city has been devastated by Israeli bombardmentAngela Raynor, the deputy leader of the Labour party, marshals a plane arriving from Amsterdam during a visit to London Stansted airport. Politicians have been hitting the campaign trail as the general election approachesCheng Bingshou, a local carpenter, carves moulds for the head of a dragon boat.
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