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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Ex-Japan emperor, empress in Karuizawa for retreat

Former Japanese Emperor Akihito and former Empress Michiko arrive at JR Karuizawa Station in the summer resort town of Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, on Aug. 21, 2025, for a nine-day retreat. (Pool photo)

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Ex-Japan emperor, empress in Karuizawa for retreat

Former Japanese Emperor Akihito and former Empress Michiko arrive at JR Karuizawa Station in the summer resort town of Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, on Aug. 21, 2025, for a nine-day retreat. (Pool photo)

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Ex-Japan emperor, empress in Karuizawa for retreat

Former Japanese Emperor Akihito (C, L) and former Empress Michiko (C, R) arrive at JR Karuizawa Station in the summer resort town of Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, on Aug. 21, 2025, for a nine-day retreat. (Pool photo)

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Ex-Japan emperor, empress in Karuizawa for retreat

Former Japanese Emperor Akihito and former Empress Michiko arrive at JR Karuizawa Station in the summer resort town of Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, on Aug. 21, 2025, for a nine-day retreat. (Pool photo)

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Ex-Japan emperor, empress in Karuizawa for retreat

Former Japanese Emperor Akihito and former Empress Michiko arrive at JR Karuizawa Station in the summer resort town of Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, on Aug. 21, 2025, for a nine-day retreat. (Pool photo)

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

Town crier Francis Diez Rojo and actress Itziar Ituño, during the presentation of Bilbao's Semana Grande 2025, at the Arriaga Theater, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country (Spain). The Bilboko Aste Nagusia is Bilbao's main festival, which is held annually for nine days starting on the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

Town crier Francis Diez Rojo and actress Itziar Ituño, during the presentation of Bilbao's Semana Grande 2025, at the Arriaga Theater, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country (Spain). The Bilboko Aste Nagusia is Bilbao's main festival, which is held annually for nine days starting on the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

The mayor of Bilbao, Juan María Aburto (l) and the town crier Francis Díez Rojo (r), during the presentation of the Semana Grande de Bilbao 2025, at the Arriaga Theater, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country (Spain). The Bilboko Aste Nagusia is Bilbao's main festival, which is held annually for nine days starting on the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

Several people walk past on the street during the start of the Semana Grande de Bilbao 2025, in the center of the city, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. Bilboko Aste Nagusia is Bilbao's main festival, held annually for nine days starting on the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

Several people walk past on the street during the start of the Semana Grande de Bilbao 2025, in the center of the city, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. Bilboko Aste Nagusia is Bilbao's main festival, held annually for nine days starting on the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

Presentation of the Semana Grande de Bilbao 2025, at the Arriaga Theater, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country (Spain). The Bilboko Aste Nagusia is the main festival of Bilbao, which is held annually for nine days from the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

Several Ertzaintza officers during the start of the Semana Grande de Bilbao 2025, at the Arriaga Theater, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country (Spain). Bilboko Aste Nagusia is Bilbao's main festival, held annually for nine days starting on the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

Hundreds of people during the start of the Semana Grande de Bilbao 2025, in the city center, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country (Spain). Bilboko Aste Nagusia is Bilbao's main festival, held annually for nine days starting on the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

Presentation of the Semana Grande de Bilbao 2025, at the Arriaga Theater, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country (Spain). The Bilboko Aste Nagusia is the main festival of Bilbao, which is held annually for nine days from the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

Hundreds of people during the start of the Semana Grande de Bilbao 2025, in the city center, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country (Spain). Bilboko Aste Nagusia is Bilbao's main festival, held annually for nine days starting on the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

Hundreds of people during the start of the Semana Grande de Bilbao 2025, in the city center, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country (Spain). Bilboko Aste Nagusia is Bilbao's main festival, held annually for nine days starting on the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

Hundreds of people during the start of the Semana Grande de Bilbao 2025, in the city center, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country (Spain). Bilboko Aste Nagusia is Bilbao's main festival, held annually for nine days starting on the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

Hundreds of people during the start of the Semana Grande de Bilbao 2025, in the city center, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country (Spain). Bilboko Aste Nagusia is Bilbao's main festival, held annually for nine days starting on the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilbao's Big Week 2025 begins - Spain

Hundreds of people during the start of the Semana Grande de Bilbao 2025, in the city center, on August 16, 2025, in Bilbao, Biscay, Basque Country (Spain). Bilboko Aste Nagusia is Bilbao's main festival, held annually for nine days starting on the Saturday following August 15. The beginning of the festival is marked by the reading of the proclamation and the launching of the txupín (rocket) by the txupinera. Moments later, the great Marijaia appears on the balcony, a fictitious character whose name means lady of the festivities, who will preside over the town's festivities until she is burned on the last day. Photo by Iñaki Berasaluce/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM