Palestinian photographer Saher Alghorra wins 2026 Pulitzer Prize for his poignant testimony on Gaza

Palestinian photographer Saher Alghorra won the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for News Photography for his poignant images of Gaza, praised for their sensitivity and power. Collaborator of New York Timeshe documented the human consequences of the war waged by Israel in the Palestinian enclave since October 2023, between destruction, famine and displacement. His series, titled Trapped in Gaza: Between Fire and Faminehad already been rewarded in France during the Bayeux Calvados-Normandie Prize in 2025. The Pulitzer jury highlighted “haunted” photos which bear witness to the daily life of trapped civilians.

Created in 1917 in the United States, the Pulitzer Prize is one of the most prestigious awards in the world of journalism. Each year, it recognizes significant work in reporting, photography, literature and public interest investigations. This year, several international media were also rewarded. Reuters, The Washington Post And The Associated Press have received awards for investigations into US politics, social media and global surveillance systems.

Saher Alghorra is one of the few Palestinian photographers who continues to work from Gaza despite the bombings and extremely difficult conditions. His images show the suffering of families, the lack of food and the destruction caused by the war. The award received by the photographer is also seen as recognition of the work of Palestinian journalists who have covered the conflict on the ground since the start of the genocide. Several press defense organizations have been warning for months about the dangers these reporters face.