The city’s top official, Carrie Lam, warned of “very precarious circumstances” and accused protesters of challenging Chinese sovereignty over Hong Kong.
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Hong Kong Protests Spread, Leaving City Paralyzed
The city descended into chaos despite the leader’s warning not to challenge Beijing in “very dangerous” ways.
Hong Kong Protests: Leader Warns of ‘Crisis’ as Strike Disrupts Subways and Leads to Canceled Flights
More than 200 flights were canceled and important subway and rail lines experienced disruptions as protesters increased pressure on the government.
Demonstrators in Hong Kong Dodge Tear Gas in Fast-Moving Mass Protests
The second consecutive day of large-scale actions was intended to increase pressure on the government, culminating in a citywide strike on Monday.
Protesters Start Three Days of Civil Disobedience in Hong Kong
The police fired tear gas after violence erupted, a sign that the authorities are taking an increasingly hard line against democracy activists.
Hong Kong’s Civil Servants Protest Against Their Own Government
A former leader of the Civil Service said employees had a duty to speak out and the government needs to take responsibility for the public’s anger.
China Reacts to Trade Tariffs and Hong Kong Protests by Blaming U.S.
Now the gloves are off, with American and Chinese negotiators making little progress at talks in Shanghai this week.
Fueling the Hong Kong Protests: A World of Pop-Culture Memes
The protest movement’s cultural touchstones include Japanese anime, “The Hunger Games” and “Les Misérables.”
As Domestic Troubles Mount, China Points Finger at U.S.
Chinese officials and news outlets are blaming the United States as the economy slows and unrest continues in Hong Kong.
Next to Protest Against Hong Kong’s Government: Its Employees
A demonstration by civil servants planned for Friday is likely to be calmer than many recent protests, but it could send a powerful message.