Official Statement by Sikyong Penpa Tsering on the Self-Immolation of Lobga Rangzen Outside UN Headquarters, New York

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Dharamshala: In a written statement issued today, Sikyong Penpa Tsering of the Central Tibetan Administration expressed deep sorrow over the self-immolation of a Tibetan activist, Lobga Rangzen (Lobsang Palden), in front of the UN Headquarters in New York City on 2 July 2026. In a video message released hours before the incident, Lobga stated that his ultimate sacrifice was made for the Tibetan national cause.

Sikyong wrote, “While we honour his devotion, human life is precious and must be preserved to serve the long-term struggle for Tibet. On behalf of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), I earnestly urge all fellow Tibetans to cherish your lives. The unfolding genocide inside Tibet an...

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