War in Gaza, Ukraine or Pakistan. Protests in the United States. Women fighting for their rights in Guatemala and Kenya. Forest fires devouring thousands of hectares. That is, in short, what World Press Photo 2026 has decided the world should look at.
The world's most prestigious photojournalism competition has announced its 42 regional winners, divided into three categories - individual photographs, photo stories and long-term projects - and six geographical regions. The Photo of the Year, chosen from among the 42 winners, will be unveiled at a ceremony in Amsterdam on 23 April.
