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3w ago

World Press Photo Suspends Nick Út’s Credit for Iconic Vietnam War Photograph

The organization cites new evidence from a documentary and ongoing investigations into the photograph’s authorship, while affirming its authenticity and award status.

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Overview

  • World Press Photo has suspended Nick Út’s long-standing credit for the 1972 photograph 'The Terror of War,' pending further review of its authorship.
  • The decision follows evidence presented in the documentary 'The Stringer,' which suggests Vietnamese photographers Nguyen Thành Nghe or Huynh Công Phúc may have taken the photo.
  • An investigation conducted by World Press Photo from January to May 2025 analyzed location, distance, and camera data to assess the claims.
  • The authenticity of the photograph and its awards, including a Pulitzer Prize and World Press Photo of the Year, remain undisputed.
  • Associated Press continues to credit Nick Út with the photograph, while World Press Photo emphasizes its commitment to transparency and accountability in photojournalism.