A mob recently beat dozens of protestors in a train station in Hong Kong, renewing fears of organized crime carrying out political violence.
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Hong Kong Lawmaker’s Video Is Seen as ‘Death Threat’ to Fellow Legislator
The comments by Junius Ho, widely perceived as threatening toward a pro-democracy legislator, were an escalation of sharp words amid a violent period in Hong Kong.
China Hints Its Troops Could Be Used to Quell Hong Kong Protests
In a new defense strategy, China warned against efforts to divide the country.
Mob Attack at Hong Kong Train Station Heightens Seething Tensions in City
A group of club-wielding attackers apparently targeted people, including a pro-democracy lawmaker, who had participated in antigovernment protests, leaving dozens injured.
Mob Beats Antigovernment Protesters in Hong Kong
The beating happened the same evening that officers in riot gear dispersed protesters from outside the Chinese liaison office.
Hong Kong’s Approach to Protesters: No More Concessions
Carrie Lam’s administration is confident that it can weather further demonstrations, despite recent violent clashes and signs that the economy could suffer.
Covering Protests Where There Is a Distrust of Social Media
Daniel Victor, a reporter in Hong Kong, on why protesters there chose not to go after the Instagram moments while marching.
Hong Kong’s Leader, Faced With More Clashes, Condemns Violence
Carrie Lam is scrambling to assert her government’s authority after several increasingly volatile demonstrations and a surge in anti-police sentiment.
Hong Kong Protesters’ New Target: A News Station Seen as China’s Friend
The city’s top broadcaster, TVB, has been singled out for scorn by demonstrators, who accuse it of a pro-Beijing bias in its coverage.
Hong Kong Protesters Clash With Police Inside Shopping Mall
Scuffles broke out on Sunday between protesters and police officers in the Sha Tin area of Hong Kong, one day after similar clashes at another protest.