Almanac 2023

Founded on April 6, 1920, under the directive of Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk during the most critical days of the Turkish War of Independence, Anadolu Ajansı (AA) was established to inform the world of the Turkish people’s existential struggle and to counter the wave of black propaganda aimed at the national resistance. Over a century later, AA continues to uphold that founding mission with the same sense of responsibility and dedication to truth.

As a cornerstone of Turkish journalism, Anadolu Ajansı has preserved its role as a fast and trustworthy source of news while expanding its publishing platforms and diversifying its content significantly in recent years—further reinforcing its strong presence in the global media landscape.

This bilingual almanac, published in both Turkish and English, offers a written and visual record of the events that shaped 2023, as seen through the lens of AA. It brings together the echoes of key national and global developments throughout the year, combining immediate coverage with deeper reflections—serving as both a chronicle and an enduring reference point in journalistic memory.

This year’s edition also features an innovative addition to enhance the reader’s experience: with the inclusion of QR codes alongside major reports, readers can instantly access original stories and related visuals, gaining direct access to the unforgettable moments of 2023.