AP Releases Feb. 2, 2026 Photo Gallery Showcasing Global Events from Lebanon to Minneapolis
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AP’s Daily Photo Gallery Published with Timestamp and Photographer Credits The Associated Press posted a new photo gallery on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026 at 19:10:57 UTC, continuing its practice of releasing daily visual round‑ups. Each image includes a caption, photographer name, and precise location, allowing readers to verify the context of every shot. The gallery’s metadata mirrors the earlier Jan. 27, 2026 release, demonstrating AP’s consistent archival standards[1].
Israeli Airstrike Ignites Building in Ain Qana, South Lebanon One photograph shows flames engulfing a structure in the village of Ain Qana after an Israeli strike on Feb. 2, 2026, captured by photographer Mohammed Zaatari. The image documents the immediate aftermath, with smoke and damaged walls visible. This visual evidence aligns with other regional reports of heightened cross‑border hostilities on the same day[1].
Federal Immigration Enforcement Encountered Public Resistance in Minneapolis Another picture from the Feb. 2 gallery records residents filming and shouting at federal agents conducting an immigration operation in a Minneapolis neighborhood, photographed by Ryan Murphy. Witnesses can be heard demanding the agents leave, illustrating local opposition to the enforcement action. The scene adds to a series of nationwide protests against immigration raids reported throughout early 2026[1].
Cultural and Sporting Highlights Complement Conflict Coverage The Feb. 2 collection also includes a Tu Bishvat celebration by the Nadvorna Hasidic community in Bnei Brak, a groundhog‑day forecast at Punxsutawney, grooming of show dog Valli at the 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, and Carlos Alcaraz’s Australian Open victory captured by Dar Yasin. These images underscore AP’s breadth, juxtaposing everyday life with geopolitical events[1].
Earlier Jan. 27 Gallery Demonstrated Similar Global Scope On Jan. 27, 2026, AP released a photo gallery featuring Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi meeting European Council President Antonio Costa and Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in New Delhi, as well as scenes from Tehran, the Czech Republic, Germany, New York, and sports venues in Paris and Melbourne. The consistent format—timestamp, photographer credit, and diverse subject matter—highlights AP’s ongoing commitment to visual journalism across continents[2].
AP’s Photo Galleries Provide a Chronological Visual Record of Early‑2026 Events Both the Jan. 27 and Feb. 2 galleries serve as time‑stamped visual archives, enabling analysts to track developments from diplomatic meetings to regional conflicts within weeks. The inclusion of precise dates, locations, and photographer names ensures accountability and facilitates cross‑source verification of the depicted events[1][2].
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AP:AP Photo Gallery Highlights Global Events on Feb. 2, 2026:**Showcases images from an Israeli airstrike in Lebanon, Minneapolis immigration enforcement, Tu Bishvat in Bnei Brak, and other cultural moments, emphasizing AP’s daily visual reporting.
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AP:AP Highlights Global Moments in Jan. 27, 2026 Photo Gallery:**Features Modi’s meeting with European leaders, scenes from Tehran, Czech Republic, Germany, and sports events, illustrating the breadth of AP’s global coverage prior to the Feb. 2 release.
Timeline
Dec 13, 2025 – Participants in Dakar, Senegal, engage in a group aquatic‑therapy session in the ocean, illustrating innovative community health initiatives [2].
Jan 27, 2026 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomes European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in New Delhi, underscoring diplomatic outreach between India and the EU [2].
Jan 27, 2026 – A candle‑bearing mourner walks at the International Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony at the former Terezin concentration camp in the Czech Republic, marking the global commemoration of Holocaust victims [2].
Jan 27, 2026 – Hindu devotees listen to religious leader Pandit Pradeep Mishra at the Magh Mela fair in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, reflecting the scale of one of India’s largest religious gatherings [2].
Jan 27, 2026 – Ice drifts on New York’s Hudson River while New York Waterway ferries continue operating, highlighting winter impacts on the city’s transportation network [2].
Jan 27, 2026 – A vendor waits for customers at Tajrish Square in Tehran, Iran, a man walks with a candle at Terezin, and snow blankets rooftops in Kronberg near Frankfurt, Germany, capturing diverse winter scenes across three countries [2].
Jan 27, 2026 – An acrobat performs during Stéphane Rolland’s Spring/Summer 2026 haute‑couture show in Paris, showcasing the fusion of fashion and performance art [2].
Jan 27, 2026 – Tennis stars Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz react to quarter‑final matches at the Australian Open in Melbourne, indicating the tournament’s high‑stakes drama [2].
Feb 1, 2026 – Carlos Alcaraz celebrates his Australian Open men’s singles victory over Novak Djokovic, expressing triumph after a five‑set final in Melbourne [1].
Feb 2, 2026 – Residents film and shout at federal agents conducting an immigration enforcement operation in a Minneapolis neighborhood, demanding the agents leave the area [1].
Feb 2, 2026 – An Israeli airstrike ignites a building in the village of Ain Qana, south Lebanon, producing a plume of flames and underscoring ongoing regional tensions [1].
Feb 2, 2026 – Members of the Nadvorna Hasidic community celebrate Tu Bishvat in Bnei Brak, Israel, passing a fruit platter as part of the “New Year of the Trees” tradition [1].
Feb 2, 2026 – At the 140th Gobbler’s Knob ceremony in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, handler A.J. Dereume holds Punxsutawney Phil, whose team predicts six more weeks of winter [1].
Feb 2, 2026 – Show dog Valli receives grooming at the historic 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York, preparing for competition on the iconic runway [1].