The 10th anniversary exhibition of Istanbul Photo Awards, organized by Anadolu, was launched with a special event in Brussels.
Statements from Anadolu Deputy Director General Oğuz Enis Peru
Oğuz Enis Peru, Deputy Director General of Anadolu, emphasized that Istanbul Photo Awards has made significant contributions to the world of photography in its 10th year. He highlighted that over the past decade, 185,000 photos from 18,000 photographers have been showcased, turning the competition into a global platform.
Photo of the Year: Palestinian Photographer Mohammed Salem
Palestinian photographer Mohammed Salem won the “Photo of the Year” award with his photo titled “Palestinian Woman Holding Her Niece’s Corpse.” Peru stated that Anadolu continues to closely follow the tragedy in Gaza.
Applications for Istanbul Photo Awards 2025 Now Open
Peru announced that applications for the 2025 edition of Istanbul Photo Awards will soon open, inviting photographers to participate.
Exhibition in the Heart of Europe, Brussels
Turkey’s Permanent Representative to the EU, Ambassador Faruk Kaymakcı, emphasized the significance of the exhibition, pointing out that the photos on display highlight global tragedies. He stressed the importance of remembering the wars in Palestine and Ukraine.
Praise from Ambassador Uysal
Turkey’s Ambassador to Brussels, Bekir Uysal, acknowledged Anadolu as a reliable source of information for the public, recalling its historical role and its recent work as the voice of the people in Gaza.
Gratitude to Photographers & Strong Interest in the Event
NATO Permanent Representative Ambassador Levent Gümrükçü expressed appreciation for the photographers’ work. The event attracted great attention from EU representatives and international press members. Anadolu Deputy Director General Peru presented the book “Evidence” to the Palestinian Ambassador Amal Jadou.
Exhibition Awaiting Visitors
The exhibition is open for visits at SR Gallery in Brussels until November 18. The event is supported by Turkcell, Sony, the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency, and Turkish Airlines.