Best photos of August 17: From fighting Turkish MPs to India's silent protests

The National picks the most striking images from around the world

Turkey's AK Party politician Alpay Ozalan, second left, scuffles with Ahmet Sik of the Workers' Party of Turkey (TIP) during a session of the Turkish Grand National Assembly to debate the case of jailed opposition lawmaker Can Atalay, in Ankara. AP

A child in a vehicle as displaced Palestinians flee Hamad City after an Israeli evacuation order. Reuters

Women light candles as they stage a silent protest against the rape and killing of a trainee doctor at a government hospital in Guwahati, India. AP

Rain clouds head out over Lake Michigan as a commercial plane makes the final approach to Midway International Airport. AP

Petr Hruby of the Czech Republic plays his third shot on the ninth hole on day two of the Czech Masters in Prague. Getty Images

An aerial view of a Coaster commuter train passing along eroding cliffs at the Pacific Ocean coastline in Del Mar, California. Getty Images

Dancers of the Ballet Folklorico of Mexico perform during a gala event at the Bellas Artes Fine Arts Centre in Mexico City. AP

A person walks at high tide near eroding cliffs along the Pacific Ocean coastline in Del Mar, California. AFP

Indonesian National Armed Forces members take part in a ceremony to mark the 79th anniversary of Indonesia's Independence Day at Garuda Palace. EPA

Darcie Davies of the Gold Coast Suns in action during the AFLW Practice Match against the Western Bulldogs at People First Stadium in Gold Coast, Australia. Getty Images