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Ukrainian Photojournalist Wins World Press Photo 2026 Award

4/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Ukrainian photojournalist Evgeniy Maloletka won the European category of World Press Photo 2026.
The image depicts 65-year-old Valeria Sinyuk near her damaged Kyiv home after a missile strike on April 24, 2025.
The award adds to Maloletka's accolades, including World Press Photo of the Year in 2023.
Global winners will be announced on April 23, 2026.
David Guttenfelder's drone-preparation photo is noted among other works in the same category.

History

Historical Context

The World Press Photo Award, established in 1955, honors impactful journalism through visual storytelling. In 2023, Ukrainian photojournalist Evgeniy Maloletka won for his haunting image of a pregnant woman injured in a Mariupol airstrike, reflecting the ongoing conflict that has displaced over 60% of Ukrainians. This recognition emphasizes the critical role of photography in raising awareness of humanitarian crises.

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Story summary

Ukrainian photojournalist Evgeniy Maloletka won the European category of World Press Photo 2026.
The image depicts 65-year-old Valeria Sinyuk near her damaged Kyiv home after a missile strike on April 24, 2025.
The award adds to Maloletka's accolades, including World Press Photo of the Year in 2023.
Global winners will be announced on April 23, 2026.
David Guttenfelder's drone-preparation photo is noted among other works in the same category.

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