China Reportedly Demolishes Centuries-Old Fortress in Gyalrong

Chinese authorities have reportedly demolished a centuries-old stone fortress in Tibet’s eastern Gyalrong region, according to reports citing videos of heavy machinery tearing down the structure. The exact date of the demolition remains unclear because of restrictions on information from inside Tibet. The region is known for stone fortresses built over nearly 1,300 years, with some linked to the Tibetan Empire and others to later Manchu campaigns. The demolition has drawn criticism from Tibetans in exile, who say it raises concerns about the loss of historic sites and the weakening of Tibetan cultural identity.