Christians mark Ash Wednesday, beginning the Lenten Season in photos

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19 Feb 2026 • 8:54 AM MYT
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Christians around the world mark Ash Wednesday as the solemn beginning of Lent, a 40-day season of prayer, fasting and reflection leading to Good Friday and Easter.

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This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

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