When did the Edward Snowden incident occur?

The Edward Snowden incident refers to the disclosure of classified information regarding the National Security Agency's (NSA) surveillance programs, which he leaked to journalists in 2013. This disclosure revealed extensive global surveillance practices by the NSA, including the collection of telephone records and internet data from millions of people without their consent. The information Snowden provided sparked a global debate about privacy, security, and government oversight. The year 2013 is significant as it marked the beginning of this major event, which had profound implications for civil liberties and digital privacy rights. The other years listed do not align with the timeline of these significant leaks and the resulting worldwide discussion.