Mahmoud Ajjour

Mahmoud Ajjour

child Palestine

Mahmoud Ajjour is a young boy from Gaza who became a symbol of resilience after suffering severe injuries from bombings. His heartbreaking story was captured by photographer Samar Abu Elouf, earning recognition at the 2025 World Press Photo competition, where his image highlighted the impact of war on children.

Born on Jan 01, 2015 (10 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
231,407
Power
947$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Indonesia 1 6.00 0.08% +0% 273,523,615 231,407 $1,119,000 947$
Totals 1 273,523,615 231,407 $1,119,000 947$
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Recent Mentions

Indonesia Indonesia: Mahmoud Ajjour is a 9-year-old boy who lost his hand due to an Israeli attack in Gaza. 9

Kompas: Mahmoud Si Pengingat Realitas Dunia

Malaysia Malaysia: Mahmoud Ajjour, a 9-year-old boy from Gaza, lost both hands due to an airstrike and is featured in a poignant photograph awarded the World Press Photo of the Year 2025. 7

Utusan Malaysia: Potret kanak-kanak Gaza dinobatkan Gambar Terbaik Dunia 2025

Luxembourg Luxembourg: Mahmoud Ajjour is a nine-year-old boy who was severely injured during the Gaza war and lost both arms due to an Israeli airstrike. 7

Luxemburger Wort: „World Press Photo“: Der grausame Einblick in den Gazakrieg

United States United States: Nine-year-old Mahmoud Ajjour lost both arms in an Israeli airstrike and was evacuated to Doha for medical treatment. 5

CNN: World Press Photo 2025 contest winners announced

Mexico Mexico: Mahmoud Ajjour is a 9-year-old Palestinian boy who lost his limbs due to an Israeli bombing during the conflict. 5

El Universal: La historia detrás de la foto ganadora del World Press Photo; "¿Cómo voy a abrazarte ahora?"