Spain has announced the deployment of its military to the border of Ceuta, its North African enclave bordering Morocco, after thousands of migrants crossed into the territory in one of the largest migration surges in recent years. The move comes amid a growing humanitarian and security crisis that has already claimed at least nine lives. (Pics/ AFP)

Sri Lanka's National Zoological Gardens in Dehiwala, near Colombo, marked its 90th anniversary on July 3, 2026. Home to a diverse collection of native and exotic wildlife, the zoo continues to serve as one of the country's leading centres for animal conservation, education and public awareness. This gallery highlights some of its best-known residents as the institution celebrates nine decades of operation. (PICS/AFP)