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Christians mark Holy Week in the region and other top photos from Latin America and the Caribbean

By The Associated Press

March 27 – April 2, 2026

People around Latin America and the Caribbean marked Holy Week with colorful processions and other traditional displays.

The 69 members of the security forces who died in a military plane crash in Colombia were honored in a solemn ceremony in Bogota.

The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Nimitz docked in the Gulf of Panama.

Bolivia experienced heartbreak as the World Cup qualifying matches ended.

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This gallery was curated by photo editor Anita Baca, based in Mexico City.

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