From Sydney to Dubai: World’s spectacular NYE fireworks

Fireworks and countdowns marked the close of 2024, as countries across the globe rang in 2025 with spectacular enthusiasm. Here are some stunning New Year’s Eve photos from around the world.

Fireworks explode over the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge during New Year’s Eve celebrations in Sydney, Australia.

Fireworks explode over Rockwell Center in celebration of the New Year in Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila, Philippines.

Fireworks explode over Victoria Harbour to celebrate the New Year in Hong Kong.

Fireworks explode over Victoria Harbour to celebrate the New Year in Hong Kong.

Fireworks explode over Victoria Harbour to celebrate the New Year in China.

People take photos of fireworks during New Year’s Eve celebrations in Singapore.

Fireworks explode over Petronas Twin Tower during the New Year's celebrations in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Fireworks explode during the New Year celebrations in Bangkok, Thailand.

Fireworks explode over the Marina Bay during the New Year celebrations in Singapore.

Fireworks explode over the Grand Palace during the New Year celebrations in Bangkok, Thailand.

Fireworks explode over the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, during the New Year's celebration in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Fireworks during New Year celebrations in Baghdad, Iraq.

Fireworks explode during New Year celebrations in Mosul, Iraq.

Fireworks are seen from Mount Qasioun during New Year's celebration in Damascus, Syria.

Fireworks explode behind the White Tower during New Year's celebrations in Thessaloniki, Greece.

Fireworks illuminate the Quadriga sculpture atop the Brandenburg Gate during New Year's celebrations in Berlin, Germany.

Fireworks explode over the UAP Old Mutual Tower during the New Year's celebrations in Nairobi, Kenya.

Fireworks explode as the Arc de Triomphe is illuminated during the New Year's celebrations on the Champs Elysees avenue in Paris, France.

Fireworks explode as "2025" is projected onto the Arc de Triomphe during the New Year's celebrations on the Champs Elysees avenue in Paris, France.

Fireworks are seen during New Year's celebrations in Tirana, Albania.

Fireworks explode over Vienna's Prater during New Year celebrations in Vienna, Austria.

Fireworks explode over the London Eye Ferris wheel as Britons across the country welcome the New Year in London, Britain.