Tibetan Protests Erupt in Western China -- Voice of America
Reports from China's western Qinghai Province say hundreds or even thousands of Tibetans marched on government offices Friday. The protests come amid attempts by China's government to maintain social stability during a political transition.
Tibetans marched on government offices in Rebkong, a region of eastern Tibet, after a series of self-immolations that drew international attention. Estimates ranged from hundreds to thousands of protesters who began gathering on the streets at 5:00 a.m. Many said they were speaking out against China's education system.
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More News On Massive Protests In Tibet
Thousands of Tibetans protest in China, activists say -- BBC
Tibetans rally in central China -- UPI
Tibetans stage protest and immolations in a message to China’s communist elite -- Washington Post/AP
Tibetans greet China's Communist Party Congress with fiery protests -- L.A. Times
China reveals massive security operation to stop Tibetans setting fire to themselves -- The Telegraph
Six Tibetans set themselves on fire in two days - activists -- BBC
China says no to foreign rights monitors for Tibet -- Reuters
Tibetans are content, China's Communist Party congress is told -- L.A. Times
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