Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk denies signing any “deal” with the Union government and says he ends his indefinite hunger strike only after receiving written assurances. Multiple outlets report that Wangchuk, who had been on a hunger strike for about 26 days, posted a statement—described as a YouTube video late Friday night—responding to criticism about whether he negotiated with the Centre. He says the written assurance confirms that no legal action will be taken against peaceful protesters. Wangchuk also argues that his decision to break the fast is driven by a concern that the situation could escalate into a crackdown similar to what he says occurred in Ladakh. He adds that protecting students from violence and preventing legal consequences for peaceful demonstrators remain his priority. The reports converge on his central point: he rejects allegations of a “deal,” and frames his decision as conditional on the government providing written guarantees regarding protesters’ safety and freedom from legal action.