The World Unfiltered—Covering History as it Unfolded
Getty Images' photojournalists stood at the frontlines of every major world event capturing moments of crisis, resistance, and renewal. Their work chronicled politics, social movements and natural disasters, documenting not just the facts, but the human stories that shaped a world in transition—from a youth‑led government overthrow in Nepal to the Los Angeles wildfires, the undaunted humanitarian efforts in conflict zones to the global turmoil surrounding immigration.
“I woke up to a low, ominous howl of the infamous Santa Ana winds around 3:00 AM on January 7th and never imagined I’d be covering two devastating fires burning simultaneously in Los Angeles. Even now, the scale of the loss is difficult to comprehend and remains utterly heartbreaking. I returned to the burn zones scores of times, yet no single photograph has been able to fully articulate the immensity of the destruction.”‑ Mario Tama, Photographer
Powerful Winds Fuel Multiple Fires Across Los Angeles Area
MALIBU, CALIFORNIA ‑ JANUARY 15: In an aerial view, repair vehicles pass near burnt down beachfront homes destroyed by the Palisades Fire January 15, 2025 in Malibu, California. Multiple wildfires fueled by intense Santa Ana Winds are still burning across Los Angeles County, with at least 25 dead, more than 12,000 structures destroyed or damaged, and 40,000 acres burned. More than 88,000 people remain under evacuation orders as high winds are forecast.
Photo by Mario Tama
Westminster Dog Show
NEW YORK, NEW YORK ‑ FEBRUARY 11: Bedlington Terrier dogs look on after a competition during the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on February 11, 2025 in New York City.
Photo by Andres Kudacki
Anti-Trump "No Kings" Protests Pop Up Across The Country
NEW YORK, NEW YORK ‑ JUNE 14: A protestor poses for a photo during a rally against ICE as thousands of New Yorkers march in opposition to the Trump administration on June 14, 2025 in New York, New York. Hundreds of protests against the Trump administration across the United States are coinciding with a military parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army in Washington, DC.
Photo by Alex Kent
A New Syria Emerges After 13 Years Of Civil War And Decades Of Dictatorship
DAMASCUS, SYRIA ‑ JANUARY 27: An aerial view shows a couple walking through the remains of the Yarmouk refugee camp, Syria’s largest Palestinian refugee camp, on January 27, 2025 in Damascus, Syria. The camp, like so many other Damascus neighborhoods, was bombarded by government forces and almost totally depopulated during the civil war. Following the overthrow of Syrian leader Bashar al‑Assad by opposition groups in a quick offensive on December 8, the country is looking to gain economic momentum after years of global sanctions on the Assad‑led government. Arab and Western countries have been reopening diplomatic relations with Syria's new de facto authorities, headed by the Islamist former insurgent group Hayat Tahrir al‑Sham, or HTS.
Photo by Spencer Platt
“When the first group of migrants emerged from the dunes, it quickly became quite chaotic, with people shouting and crying. It was dangerous for everyone, migrants and police officers alike. You can imagine what would happen if an officer were to slip and end up underwater, with the weight of his shield or someone on top of him. I hope my pictures humanized the people on both sides of this contentious issue.”‑ Dan Kitwood, Photographer
Migrants Attempt Channel Crossing Amid Fair Weather Spell
GRAVELINES, FRANCE ‑ JUNE 13: French Police enter the water to try and stop migrants boarding small boats that had come to collect them from further down the coastline on June 13, 2025 in Gravelines, France. Police used tear gas and pepper spray to try and disperse hundreds of migrants aiming to board several boats but were ultimately overwhelmed by the sheer numbers of people. A record number of migrants have left the northern rench coastline and arrived in the UK so far this year, with figures surpassing the 15,000 mark.
Photo by Dan Kitwood
Sunny Weather Welcomes The Spring Equinox In The UK
LONDON, ENGLAND ‑ MARCH 20: People enjoy the sunshine in St James's Park on March 20, 2025 in London, England. The astronomical spring season begins on the date of the spring equinox. This falls on 20 March in 2025, and will last until what's known as the summer solstice on 21 June.
Photo by Dan Kitwood
