Russia vows to maintain its nuclear forces at an "adequate" level; North Korea says it will stand by Moscow until Moscow wins; US elections are "heated".

The conflict in Ukraine, Russia's determination to maintain its nuclear forces at a "sufficient" level, Pyongyang's affirmation of standing with Moscow until victory, and controversial statements by former US President Donald Trump… are some of the striking images of the week compiled by CNN, Reuters, The Guardian, and others.

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08:02 | 04/11/2024

The conflict in Ukraine, Russia's determination to maintain its nuclear forces at a "sufficient" level, Pyongyang's affirmation of standing with Moscow until victory, and controversial statements by former US President Donald Trump… are some of the striking images of the week compiled by CNN, Reuters, The Guardian , and others.

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced strategic nuclear training on October 29. According to the leader, nuclear forces are a "reliable guarantee" of Russia's sovereignty and security. Putin affirmed that Moscow is not participating in an arms race, nor is it engaging in a new arms race, but needs to maintain the strength and combat readiness of its nuclear forces at a "sufficient" level. (Source: Reuters)

U.S. President Joe Biden playfully bites a baby's leg during a White House Halloween party on the evening of October 30. (Source: AP)

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (center) with Prime Ministers Bjarni Benediktsson (Iceland), Petteri Orpo (Finland), Mette Frederiksen (Denmark), Ulf Kristersson (Sweden), and Jonas Gahr Større (Norway) at the 2024 Nordic Council meeting in Reykjavik, Iceland, on October 29. Zelensky's first visit to Iceland comes amid diplomatic efforts to rally allies around his "win plan" to end the conflict with Russia. These five countries have pledged billions of euros in aid to Kyiv since the conflict erupted in February 2022. (Source: Ukrainian President's Press Office/AFP)

Former US President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally at Madison Square Garden in New York on October 27th. He concluded his 80-minute speech by criticizing his political opponents, immigration control, the economy, and the re-imposition of tariffs on American businesses manufacturing overseas. The event was controversial due to its sensitive remarks, drawing criticism from both parties. (Source: The Washington Post)

US Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate, speaks at the Ellipse in Washington, D.C., on October 29. The Harris-Walz campaign considered this speech her "final argument," one week before the November 5 election. (Source: Redux)

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov welcomed his North Korean counterpart Choe Son Hui in Moscow, Russia, on November 1st. Following the meeting, Choe stated that North Korea would stand by Russia until Moscow achieves victory in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Lavrov praised the close relationship between the two countries. (Source: Russian Foreign Ministry/Reuters)

The photo, taken on October 27, shows Ukrainian soldiers preparing an artillery piece before firing at Russian positions in the Kherson region of Ukraine. The Russia-Ukraine conflict has lasted nearly three years with no signs of abating. (Source: AP)

Women stand near mattresses placed on the windowsills of a school, which has been converted into a shelter for people fleeing Baalbek and surrounding areas, in Deir Al-Ahmar, Lebanon, on October 31. The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon is escalating, affecting the lives of many local residents. (Source: Reuters)

Smoke rises over the heritage port city of Tyre in southern Lebanon on October 28, following Israeli airstrikes. On October 31, Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati protested Israel's demand for the evacuation of residents in southern Lebanon and called for increased diplomatic pressure to force Israel to halt the month-long airstrikes. (Source: Reuters)

Palestinians gather to buy bread at a bakery in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, on October 28. The conflict between Israel and Hamas in the territory has lasted more than a year, causing a humanitarian catastrophe for the local population. (Source: Reuters)

North Korea test-fired a new generation Hwasong-19 intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) on October 31. Observers believe North Korea's decision to test-fire the new Hwasong-19 at this time is a way for Pyongyang to attract international attention, given a series of important international events that are happening or about to happen. (Source: KCNA)

U.S. servicemen watch a South Korean Apache AH-64E helicopter fire missiles during a joint live-fire exercise at the Rodriguez Live-Field Complex in Pocheon, South Korea, on October 30. The exercise took place less than 30 kilometers from the South Korea-North Korea border, amid ongoing tensions on the Korean Peninsula due to the reciprocal launches of drones by both sides. Pyongyang has completely cut off all routes connecting with South Korea, while Seoul has conducted numerous joint military exercises with the U.S. recently. (Source: Reuters)

Albanian opposition supporters clashed with police as they blocked a major road leading to the capital Tirana following the arrest of former President Ilir Meta on corruption charges last week, in Tirana, Albania, on October 29. (Source: Reuters)

Women light candles on the half-submerged grave of a family member in Masantol, Philippines, on October 31. Last week, Tropical Storm Trami, known locally as Kristine, swept through northeastern Philippines, causing severe flooding throughout the region. (Source: AP)

A man stands amidst damaged vehicles in Valencia, Spain, on October 31. Severe flash floods have struck southern and eastern Spain after some areas experienced heavy rainfall in just a few hours. The majority of fatalities have been recorded in the Valencia region, which received the heaviest rainfall in 28 years. (Source: AP)

Police and rescue workers are at the scene after a tram derailed and crashed into a building in central Oslo, Norway, on October 29. (Source: NTB)

Professional skydivers fly over the famous Giza pyramids during the Egyptian International Skydiving Festival "Jump Like a Pharaoh," in Giza, Egypt, on October 29. (Source: Reuters)

Australian sculptor Clayton Blake's "Odyssey" is on display at Bondi, as part of the annual Sydney waterfront sculpture exhibition, on October 28th. Made of stainless steel, the sculpture is said to celebrate "the human spirit and the desire to explore, discover, travel and adventure." (Source: Getty)

The impressive 16-foot (over 4.8m) tall sculpture, titled Quasi, sits atop an art gallery in Wellington, New Zealand, on October 30. (Source: AP)

A tree with "eyes" at the Lei Street Cultural and Creative Zone in Hefei, Anhui Province, China, on October 28. (Source: VCG/Getty)

The image shows Toni, a pygmy hippo, and his mother, Debbie, reflected in the water of a lake at the Berlin Zoo on October 29. (Source: AFP/Getty Images)

(according to CNN, Reuters, The Guardian...)

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