A look at the best news photos from around the world.
January 18, 2021
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A general view of preparations prior a dress rehearsal for U.S. President-elect Joe Biden's Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol, in Washington, D.C.
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Black Lives Matter Plaza and the adjoining road is closed off by security ahead of President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration ceremony, Jan. 18, 2021, in Washington.
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Militia groups gather to protect protesters as supporters of President Donald Trump protest against the election of President-elect Joe Biden, outside the Ohio State Capitol in Columbus, Jan. 17, 2021.
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National guard troops receive guns at the U.S. Capitol as security tightens ahead of presidential inaugural events on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., Jan. 17, 2021.
