The tragedy in Orlando is now the worst mass shooting in modern US history. While the investigation unfolds, people have taken to the streets to show their support for the 49 victims who were killed.
Here is a selection of photos from cities around the world, showing how this tragic incident has brought people together to stand in solidarity with Orlando.
Guatemala City, Guatemala People take part in a vigil for the victims of a mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando, outside the US embassy in Guatemala City, Guatemala.Saul Martinez/Reuters Sydney, Australia People gather at a vigil in solidarity for the victims of the Orlando nightclub mass shooting at Taylor Square in Sydney, Australia.AAP/Dan Himbrechts/via Reuters Another image of solidarity with Orlando from Taylor Square in Sydney, Australia.AAP/Dan Himbrechts/via Reuters Mumbai, India Students light candles around a rangoli, or mural made out of colored powders, for the victims of the shooting in Orlando in Mumbai, India.Danish Siddiqui Related: The latest on the aftermath of the Orlando shooting
Berlin, Germany A man places a candle for the victims of the Orlando shooting in front of the US Embassy and Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany.Hannibal Hanschke Bangkok, Thailand People attend a candlelight vigil in solidarity for the victims of the mass shooting in Orlando, at the US Embassy, in Bangkok, Thailand.Athit Perawongmetha Related: Do gun control debates ever change anything? In these countries they did.
Seoul, South Korea A woman prays during a candlelight vigil in Seoul, South Korea.Kim Hong-Ji/Reuters Hong Kong Hong Kong singers Anthony Wong (3rd R) and Denise Ho (2nd R) take part in a candlelight vigil in Hong Kong.Bobby Yip Mexico City, Mexico Members of the LGBT community take part in a vigil for the Orlando victims at the Angel of Independence monument in Mexico City, Mexico.Ginnette Riquelme Related: Quietly, Congress extends a ban on CDC research on gun violence
Moscow, Russia A man places a candle for the victims of the Orlando shooting in front of the US Embassy in Moscow, Russia.Maxim Zmeyev