İkdam was a prominent Turkish newspaper founded in 1894 by Ahmet İhsan Tokgöz. It played a significant role in the intellectual and political life of the Ottoman Empire, promoting ideas of modernization and reform. The newspaper was known for its liberal stance and support for the Young Turks movement, which aimed to bring about political change. Throughout its publication, İkdam featured a variety of content, including news, literature, and social commentary. It became a platform for many influential writers and thinkers of the time, contributing to the cultural and political discourse in Turkey until its closure in 1920.