The wait is over! The 2025 World Press Photo Contest has revealed its winning photographs, which reveal breathtaking, moving, and mind-provoking moments from across the world. This year, the competition received more than 59,000 entries from 3,778 skilled photographers across 141 countries.
From the devastation of war zones to the quiet resilience of daily life, the winning photographs convey powerful visual narratives that characterize the condition of our world. Each image is not only art, but a forceful work of journalism that sheds light on global concerns.
The winner was given to a somber photo that documents the effect of a humanitarian disaster, appreciated by judges for its depth, composition, and power to provoke sympathy. Winners in the regional competitions also documented climate change, civil rights, and strength against adversity.
The winning images will be showcased in an international exhibition touring more than 40 nations. They are an immersive dive into the events, cultures, and emotions that defined 2024 and challenge visitors to view the world through the eyes of humanity and truth.
