Agos facts for kids

Agos (Armenian: Ակօս, meaning "Furrow") is an Armenian weekly newspaper that started on April 5, 1996. It is published in Turkey, specifically in the city of Istanbul.

This newspaper is special because it is printed in both the Armenian language and the Turkish language. It also has an online version in English. About 5,000 copies of the newspaper are printed each week.

A very important person for Agos was Hrant Dink. He was the main editor, also called the chief editor, from when the newspaper first began until January 2007. Sadly, he was killed outside the newspaper's office in Istanbul.

After Hrant Dink's tragic death, his son, Arat Dink, who was already working as an executive editor, continued his role. Etyen Mahçupyan became the new chief editor for a while. Today, the chief editor of Agos is Rober Koptaş.

About Agos Newspaper

Agos is a unique newspaper in Turkey. It gives news and information to its readers in two different languages, which helps connect people who speak Armenian and Turkish.

Who was Hrant Dink?

Hrant Dink was a well-known journalist and a strong voice for the Armenian community in Turkey. He believed in peace and understanding between different groups of people. He worked hard to share news and ideas through Agos.

Leadership Changes at Agos

After Hrant Dink's passing, the newspaper continued its important work. His son, Arat Dink, played a key role in keeping the newspaper going. The leadership then passed to Etyen Mahçupyan, and now Rober Koptaş leads the newspaper as its chief editor. These changes show how the newspaper has continued to serve its community over the years.

See also

In Spanish: Agos para niños