Gaza: A powerful image of nine-year-old Mahmoud Ajjour, a double amputee from Gaza, has won the 2025 World Press Photo of the Year. Taken by Palestinian photographer Samar Abu Elouf for The New York Times, the photo shows Mahmoud after losing both arms in an Israeli airstrike.
Mahmoud shared his story with Al Jazeera, talking about rebuilding his life and his dream of returning home. Despite his injuries, he shows incredible strength and hope for the future.
This photo highlights the human cost of the ongoing conflict in Gaza. It reminds the world that behind the headlines are real people, especially children, who are suffering. Mahmoud’s story is a call for greater awareness and compassion for those affected by war.
