About

Abdulmonam Eassa

Syria/France

Abdulmonam Eassa is a self-taught photojournalist who began his career in 2013 during the siege of Eastern Ghouta, Syria. Through his work, he documents daily life in war and post-war zones, focusing on the resilience and dignity of civilians living through conflict. 

After relocating to France in 2018, Eassa reported on the Yellow Vest protests and continued covering major events internationally, including assignments in Sudan, Ukraine, Türkiye, Syria and Chad. Following the fall of the Assad government in 2024, he returned to Syria.


World Press Photo Involvement:
2026 World Press Photo Contest winner

Abdulmonam Eassa on Social Media: 
Instagram: @abdulmonam_eassa

Abdulmonam Eassa

Portrait credit: Edouard Elias