itsevarmasti
Itsevarmasti is the Estonian term for self-immolation, the act of setting oneself on fire as a deliberate, symbolic act of protest or, in some cases, a suicide. Such acts are extreme forms of political or social expression and are internationally reported as either spontaneous or planned demonstrations.
Across history, self-immolation has appeared in many regions and periods. Notable modern cases include Thích Quảng
Motives vary but commonly involve opposition to oppression, censorship, or economic hardship, and aims to draw
Legal and ethical considerations differ by country. In many jurisdictions self-immolation is treated under suicide or
See also: self-immolation, protest, martyrdom. Itsevarmasti remains a highly charged and debated topic in discussions of