From the Magdeburg Christmas market attack, conflict in the Middle East, the Russian-Ukrainian war and Christmas celebrations around the world, dpa International presents its Pictures of the Week.

Lawmakers had a lot on their plates this week, with the 118th Congress trying to wrap up before the holiday break. But the threat of a government shutdown overshadowed everything, and Roll Call’s photojournalists were on Capitol Hill to focus on all of the action.

Last updated: December 27, 2024. CNBC's Pippa Stevens looks ahead to what are likely to be next week's top business