and peace in their mortal lives and beyond, which is likely why they were wont to approve and fund projects like this statue. Carved into weathered stone is the face of the Buddha Amitābha ...

Speaking of Trump, the president told Russia it must hurry up when it comes to peace in Ukraine. His comments came as his envoy, Steve Witkoff, flew to St Petersburg for talks with Vladimir Putin.

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