Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French National Assembly's President Yael Braun-Pivet, French President Emmanuel Macron and French Senate's President Gerard Larcher pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron and French Senate's President Gerard Larcher pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French National Assembly's President Yael Braun-Pivet, French President Emmanuel Macron and French Senate's President Gerard Larcher pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French National Assembly's President Yael Braun-Pivet, French President Emmanuel Macron and French Senate's President Gerard Larcher pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French National Assembly's President Yael Braun-Pivet and French President Emmanuel Macron pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French National Assembly's President Yael Braun-Pivet, French President Emmanuel Macron and French Senate's President Gerard Larcher pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French National Assembly's President Yael Braun-Pivet, French President Emmanuel Macron and French Senate's President Gerard Larcher pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

Meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at Elysee - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron pictured during a meeting on the institutional future of New Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 16, 2026. Emmanuel Macron opened a new round of discussions on the institutional future of New Caledonia, stating his desire to move forward “without forcing the issue but without paralysis,” despite the absence of the main independence movement. Photo by Eric Tschaen/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

106th anniversary of independence war

106th anniversary of independence war

03.01.2026. Tallinn. A ceremony to mark the 106th anniversary of the armistice between the Republic of Estonia and Soviet Russia and remember the fallen was held on Freedom Square. Photo Eero Vabamägi, Postimees

106th anniversary of independence war

106th anniversary of independence war

03.01.2026. Tallinn. A ceremony to mark the 106th anniversary of the armistice between the Republic of Estonia and Soviet Russia and remember the fallen was held on Freedom Square. Photo Eero Vabamägi, Postimees

106th anniversary of independence war

106th anniversary of independence war

03.01.2026. Tallinn. A ceremony to mark the 106th anniversary of the armistice between the Republic of Estonia and Soviet Russia and remember the fallen was held on Freedom Square. Photo Eero Vabamägi, Postimees

106th anniversary of independence war

106th anniversary of independence war

03.01.2026. Tallinn. A ceremony to mark the 106th anniversary of the armistice between the Republic of Estonia and Soviet Russia and remember the fallen was held on Freedom Square. Photo Eero Vabamägi, Postimees

106th anniversary of independence war

106th anniversary of independence war

03.01.2026. Tallinn. A ceremony to mark the 106th anniversary of the armistice between the Republic of Estonia and Soviet Russia and remember the fallen was held on Freedom Square. Photo Eero Vabamägi, Postimees

New Year's Day in Kyiv

New Year's Day in Kyiv

Banners displaying photos of fallen Ukrainian soldiers are erected at Independence Square in Kyiv on Jan. 1, 2026, amid continued Russian attacks.

New Year Decorations in Astana - Kazakhstan

New Year Decorations in Astana - Kazakhstan

Local residents take selfies at a New Year-themed park at Independence Square in Astana, Kazakhstan, Dec. 26, 2025. Astana has been adorned in festive decorations recently as the New Year approaches. Photo by Kalizhan Ospanov/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Hooded demonstrators burn a Spanish flag during a demonstration called by Ernai in favor of the independence of the Basque Country, at Plaza Moyua, on December 20, 2025, in Bilbao, Guipuzcoa, Basque Country (Spain). Ernai, Sortu's youth, has gathered hundreds of young people under the banner "Ekinez egina. Gazteok independentzia" in a demonstration in favor of independence, the "anti-fascist and anti-capitalist" feminist struggle and the Basque youth. Photo by David de Haro / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Hooded demonstrators burn a Spanish flag during a demonstration called by Ernai in favor of the independence of the Basque Country, at Plaza Moyua, on December 20, 2025, in Bilbao, Guipuzcoa, Basque Country (Spain). Ernai, Sortu's youth, has gathered hundreds of young people under the banner "Ekinez egina. Gazteok independentzia" in a demonstration in favor of independence, the "anti-fascist and anti-capitalist" feminist struggle and the Basque youth. Photo by David de Haro / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Hooded demonstrators burn a Spanish flag during a demonstration called by Ernai in favor of the independence of the Basque Country, at Plaza Moyua, on December 20, 2025, in Bilbao, Guipuzcoa, Basque Country (Spain). Ernai, Sortu's youth, has gathered hundreds of young people under the banner "Ekinez egina. Gazteok independentzia" in a demonstration in favor of independence, the "anti-fascist and anti-capitalist" feminist struggle and the Basque youth. Photo by David de Haro / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Hooded demonstrators burn a Spanish flag during a demonstration called by Ernai in favor of the independence of the Basque Country, at Plaza Moyua, on December 20, 2025, in Bilbao, Guipuzcoa, Basque Country (Spain). Ernai, Sortu's youth, has gathered hundreds of young people under the banner "Ekinez egina. Gazteok independentzia" in a demonstration in favor of independence, the "anti-fascist and anti-capitalist" feminist struggle and the Basque youth. Photo by David de Haro / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Demonstration called by Ernai in favor of the independence of the Basque Country, at Plaza Moyua, on December 20, 2025, in Bilbao, Guipuzcoa, Basque Country (Spain). Ernai, Sortu's youth, has gathered hundreds of young people under the banner "Ekinez egina. Gazteok independentzia" in a demonstration in favor of independence, the "anti-fascist and anti-capitalist" feminist struggle and the Basque youth. Photo by David de Haro / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Hooded demonstrators burn a Spanish flag during a demonstration called by Ernai in favor of the independence of the Basque Country, at Plaza Moyua, on December 20, 2025, in Bilbao, Guipuzcoa, Basque Country (Spain). Ernai, Sortu's youth, has gathered hundreds of young people under the banner "Ekinez egina. Gazteok independentzia" in a demonstration in favor of independence, the "anti-fascist and anti-capitalist" feminist struggle and the Basque youth. Photo by David de Haro / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Hooded demonstrators burn a Spanish flag during a demonstration called by Ernai in favor of the independence of the Basque Country, at Plaza Moyua, on December 20, 2025, in Bilbao, Guipuzcoa, Basque Country (Spain). Ernai, Sortu's youth, has gathered hundreds of young people under the banner "Ekinez egina. Gazteok independentzia" in a demonstration in favor of independence, the "anti-fascist and anti-capitalist" feminist struggle and the Basque youth. Photo by David de Haro / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Hooded demonstrators burn a Spanish flag during a demonstration called by Ernai in favor of the independence of the Basque Country, at Plaza Moyua, on December 20, 2025, in Bilbao, Guipuzcoa, Basque Country (Spain). Ernai, Sortu's youth, has gathered hundreds of young people under the banner "Ekinez egina. Gazteok independentzia" in a demonstration in favor of independence, the "anti-fascist and anti-capitalist" feminist struggle and the Basque youth. Photo by David de Haro / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Demonstration for Independence Called by Ernai - Bilbao

Hooded demonstrators burn a Spanish flag during a demonstration called by Ernai in favor of the independence of the Basque Country, at Plaza Moyua, on December 20, 2025, in Bilbao, Guipuzcoa, Basque Country (Spain). Ernai, Sortu's youth, has gathered hundreds of young people under the banner "Ekinez egina. Gazteok independentzia" in a demonstration in favor of independence, the "anti-fascist and anti-capitalist" feminist struggle and the Basque youth. Photo by David de Haro / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Victory Day Celebrations - Dhaka

Paratroopers perform during celebrations to mark Victory Day at the old airport in Sher-e-Bangal Nagar in Dhaka, Bangladesh, 16 December 2025. As part of the celebration marking 54 years of independence, 54 paratroopers began a skydiving display while holding the national flags. The event has been organized by the Bangladesh Army, Air Force, Navy and Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). The Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971 resulted in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation after an almost nine-month-long armed conflict.