Marine One, with President Barack Obama aboard, lifts off from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Thursday, March 25, 2010.
Greek Independence Day
Young spectators applaud as Greek presidential guards take part in a military parade in central Athens on Thursday, March 25, 2010. Greece is celebrating its Independence Day without tanks and jets - scaling back an annual military parade because of the country's acute financial crisis. Defense Ministry officials told state television says the decision would save around five million euros.
Israeli Outlook
Ultra-orthodox Jewish men look at a construction site in the east Jerusalem neighborhood of Ramat Shlomo, Thursday, March 25, 2010. Following a seemingly chilly reception at the White House, Benjamin Netanyahu is learning the hard way that he can't have it all. The Israeli leader will not likely be able to settle east Jerusalem with Jews and maintain strong relations with the Obama administration. He will be hard pressed to please his far-right coalition partners and still negotiate credibly with the Palestinians.
Battle Memorial
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev takes part in a wreath laying ceremony at the Battle of Stalingrad memorial, during a visit to Volgograd, Russia, Thursday, March 25, 2010. Fought during the winter of 1942-1943, the battle is considered by many historians to be the turning point in World War II.
Project Runway
A Chinese model walks on the stage displaying a creation by fashion designer Xi jingkai of China during the opening of China Fashion Week in Beijing, Thursday, March 25, 2010.
Yawning Lion
A lion yawns during sunny weather conditions in the zoological garden in Erfurt, Germany, Thursday, March 25, 2010.