A look at the best news photos from around the world.
February 17, 2019
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Pro-independence demonstrators march with independence flags during a demonstration supporting the imprisoned pro-independence political leaders in Barcelona, Spain, February 16, 2019.
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An explosion strikes during a military demonstration targeting a theatrical "ballistic missile launchpad" at the International Defense Exhibition and Conference in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
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Participants dressed as the imaginary characters smurfs pose during an attempt to hold the world's largest meeting of smurfs in Lauchringen, Germany, February 16, 2019.
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Brady Portenier of Caldwell, Indiana, competes in the El Paso County Colosseum, Texas, during the Tuff Hedeman Bull Riding Tour, February16, 2019.