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Current Situation in Nepal – 10 September 2025

body.postid-290278 #tm-main img.el-image[src="/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/BTL_WASSERZEICHEN_LOGO.png"]{display:block;width:220px;max-width:45vw;height:auto;margin:0 auto;box-shadow:none} 10 September 2025 Dear supporters, In recent days Nepal has seen the so-called Gen Z protests, triggered by restrictions on social media. The demonstrations for freedom of expression escalated into nationwide protests against corruption and a lack of prospects. The unrest reached an unprecedented level of violence, with injuries and deaths. The Prime Minister has resigned, curfews are in force in the...

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In memory of Mikhail Gorbachev

When I learned of Mikhail Gorbachev’s death today, the news took me back to 2006, when I was able to meet him in person. Mikhail Gorbachev presented me with the “Women’s World Award of Hope” in New York. That was a very special moment in my life to meet this man who made history and was a Nobel Peace Prize winner. His charisma and presence are vivid in my memory. My condolences go out to his loved ones. I have lit a candle in memory of him. Namaste, Stella

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