Statement from His Holiness the Dalai Lama on the Situation in Xinjiang

by Danny Fisher

This from The Office of His Holiness the Dalai Lama:

    I am deeply saddened and concerned with the worsening situation in East Turkestan (Xinjiang), especially with the tragic loss of lives.

    I earnestly urge the Chinese authorities to exercise restraint in dealing with the situation in a spirit of understanding and far-sightedness.

    I offer my prayers for those who lost their lives, their families and others affected by this sad turn of events.

    THE DALAI LAMA
    July 8, 2009