The contrast of National Day pageantry in Beijing versus anti-government mayhem in Hong Kong was almost certainly infuriating to President Xi Jinping.
Tag: Attacks on Police
Taliban Attack Second Afghan City in 2 Days as Peace Deal Nears
For the second time in two days, Taliban fighters attacked a provincial capital as government forces scrambled to respond amid peace talks.
Hamas Arrests 10 Suspects in Gaza Suicide Bombings
The suspects in suicide bombings that killed three police officers are said to be a part of Salafi jihadism, a movement that often clashes with Hamas.
Suicide Bombers Hit Hamas Police Checkpoints in Gaza
At least three police officers were killed and three civilians wounded, security officials said. Hamas declared a state of emergency.
Chaos Grips Hong Kong’s Airport as Police Clash With Protesters
Protesters stopped some travelers from reaching their departure gates, hours after the city’s leader pleaded for order amid escalating unrest.
Hong Kong Airport Suspends Check-Ins in 2nd Day of Disruptive Protests
Protesters stopped some travelers from reaching their departure gates, hours after the city’s leader pleaded for order amid escalating unrest.
Hong Kong Charges Dozens of Protesters With Rioting, and Clashes Erupt
The charges, which carry a 10-year prison term, stirred more public anger about the government’s response to mass demonstrations.
As Italy Mourns Slain Officer, Photo Raises Questions Over a Confession
The police say two American teenagers confessed to the attack. A widely circulated image shows one of the suspects sitting handcuffed and blindfolded before his interrogation.
Hong Kong Protest: Clashes With Police Turn Downtown Into Tear Gas-Filled Battlefield
Riot officers also shot rubber bullets and charged protesters near Beijing’s liaison office, sending hundreds of bystanders scrambling for shelter.
2 American Teenagers Admit Killing Police Officer in Rome, Officials Say
The teenagers, 18 and 19, were charged on Saturday over the fatal stabbing of the military police officer after what officials said had been a drug deal gone bad.