The Year in Images

Pictures of the Year Best Photographs Pictures Time Magazine A member of Hamas sits behind a desk at rival Fatah's security headquarters in Gaza City. In June,
Wissam Nassar / AP

Takeover
A member of Hamas sits behind a desk at rival Fatah's security headquarters in Gaza City. In June, Hamas forces took control of the Gaza Strip.

Get the Latest Photos from Time.com
Get TIME photos and pictures of the week delivered directly to your inbox.