Brussels: Visitors to the Brussels exhibition marking the 10th anniversary of the Istanbul Photo Awards, an international news photography contest organized by Anadolu, were profoundly moved by the powerful images on display. The exhibition showcased winning photographs and drew diplomats, representatives of non-governmental organizations, and journalists, offering an emotional and thought-provoking experience. According to Anadolu Agency, Brussels-based policy analyst Johann Weick described the exhibition as highly significant, particularly urging diplomats and media professionals to engage with the stories conveyed through the photographs. Highlighting the entries depicting the devastating earthquakes in Trkiye on Feb. 6, 2023, Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine, and Israel's attacks on Gaza, Weick remarked, "The pictures from Gaza, including the one that won the prize, are pretty impressive." He emphasized the need for continued reporting from regions like Gaza, southern Lebanon, and the West Bank to ensure unbiased reporting amplifies Palestinian voices and exposes ongoing atrocities. Painter Yves Gobart, visiting the exhibition for the first time, expressed being struck by the depth and substance of the award-winning works. He noted, "I was very impressed by the quality of the substance and subjects of the photographs, especially the first prize." Shohina Behzoda, a contributor to Brussels-based Diplomatic World magazine, praised the exhibition for raising awareness about global events. "There are very impactful pictures at the exhibition. It is very important to organize events like this to raise awareness about the events happening in the world," she said, adding that the photographs transcend their medium by revealing people's life stories and emotions. The exhibition attracted representatives from EU institutions, foreign missions, civil society organizations, and a significant number of Belgian and international media professionals. Anadolu Deputy Director General Metin Peru presented the book "Evidenc e," which documents Israel's ongoing genocide in Gaza, to Amal Jadou, the Palestinian ambassador to Belgium, who attended the event. The 2024 Istanbul Photo Awards contest is supported by Turkcell as the communication sponsor, Sony as the award sponsor, the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) as the international event sponsor, and Turkish Airlines (THY) as the airline sponsor. Details about the award-winning photographs can be found at istanbulphotoawards.com.