Francisco Seco

Francisco Seco is an Associated Press (AP) photographer whose work is featured in recent news reports covering the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. His photographs have captured significant moments of the war, including the aftermath of Russian missile attacks in Kyiv and scenes of national mourning. Specifically, his images depict the destruction caused by Russian missile barrages, such as the one that killed at least 12 people and injured 33 in Kyiv on August 20, 2026. He also photographed Ukrainians observing a moment of silence in memory of fallen soldiers on August 18, 2026. Seco's current newsworthiness stems from his role in visually documenting the human cost and impact of the war, providing crucial imagery for global news outlets covering the conflict's developments and its devastating consequences.