Tibet
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The Burning Protest in New Delhi: Jamphel Yeshi’s Fiery Frame of 2012
Engulfed in roaring flames on a New Delhi street in March 2012, 27-year-old Tibetan exile Jamphel Yeshi runs past stunned onlookers in a dramatic protest against Chinese President Hu Jintao’s visit to India.
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Singapore MFA aids families of 9 missing citizens following Nepal-Tibet floods
Singapore’s Foreign Ministry is assisting the families of nine missing citizens following the deadly Aug 26 floods in Nepal and Tibet.
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Diplomatic and Social Tensions Rise as Search Continues for 3,000 Missing in Nepal-Tibet Disaster
Over 3,000 are missing after catastrophic floods in Nepal and Tibet. As rescue efforts intensify, families face identification hurdles and online social scrutiny.
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Trans-Himalayan Glacial Collapse Triggers Catastrophic Floods Across Nepal-Tibet Border
A massive glacial collapse near Langtang Lirung triggered devastating flash floods across Nepal and Tibet, killing nearly 500 people and leaving over 1,500 missing.
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DFAT Monitoring Search for 34 Australians Missing After Tibet-Nepal Border Floods
Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is providing consular assistance as search efforts intensify for 34 nationals missing after flash floods.
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Tibetan activist dies after self-immolation outside UN headquarters
A 52-year-old Tibetan activist died in New York after setting himself on fire outside the UN, protesting China’s new Ethnic Unity Law and ongoing repression.
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900 Hikers Rescued After Blizzard Strikes Mount Everest’s Chinese Side
A severe blizzard stranded nearly 900 hikers and workers on Mount Everest’s Chinese side, prompting a large-scale rescue effort as hypothermia and altitude risks mounted.
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Xi Jinping’s Rare Visit to Tibet: A Show of Power Amid Dalai Lama Succession Tensions
Xi Jinping’s visit to Tibet marks a significant moment as China showcases its control over the region amidst international scrutiny and impending Dalai Lama succession disputes.
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Dalai Lama Announces Plans for Reincarnation Amid Tensions with China
The Dalai Lama has announced that his successor will be chosen according to Buddhist traditions, rejecting China’s claims of authority in the process. This announcement comes amid ongoing tensions over Tibet’s autonomy and his spiritual leadership.