Today's best photos: from Kyiv's subway shelter to Mount Everest Day

The National picks the most striking images from around the world

KYIV, UKRAINE - MAY 29: People sit on an escalator as they shelter in a subway station during Russian missiles attack on May 29, 2023 in Kyiv, Ukraine. In a second consecutive night of aerial attacks, more than 40 drones and rockets targeted the Ukrainian capital, city officials said. No casualties were reported but debris from intercepted drones damaged buildings and started fires. It was the 15th night of aerial attacks on the capital this month. The air attack on Kyiv continued later during the daytime. Ukrainian Air Forces said it had intercepted 11 Iskander missiles. (Photo by Roman Pilipey / Getty Images)

People prepare to vote at a polling station during regional elections in Madrid. Reuters

A Palestinian couple collect wheat on a farm in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip. Reuters

Fluorescent green waters below the Rialto Bridge as police continue to investigate the origin of the liquid. AFP

Jockeys compete during a traditional horse race in Narathiwat town in the south of the country. AFP

Pope Francis presents the Paolo VI Prize of Brescia to Italian President Sergio Mattarella at the Vatican. Reuters

Activists protest against Brij Bhushan Singh, the wrestling federation chief over allegations of sexual harassment. AFP

Phurba Tashi Sherpa, a guide in the village of Khumjung has climbed Everest 21 times. AFP

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