A siege at a university escalated on Sunday as the police swooped in and threatened to use live rounds against antigovernment protesters.
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China Sharpens Hacking to Hound Its Minorities, Far and Wide
New, more sophisticated attacks are targeting Uighurs’ phones — even iPhones and even abroad, security researchers say. They warn that foreigners could be next.
In Pictures: China’s National Day Parade Features Pomp and Artillery
The parade in Beijing, among the largest in modern Chinese history, was designed to commemorate 70 years of Communist rule.
Taiwanese Man Who Disappeared in China Is Under Investigation, Beijing Says
The man’s disappearance last month may dovetail with months of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong — and speculation about Beijing’s designs on the territory.
Chinese Military Sends New Troops Into Hong Kong
The move was described by China as a normal rotation, but given the turmoil in the city, it was being closely watched.
China Rejects U.S. Warship’s Visit Amid Trade War Tensions
The denial of a port visit to Qingdao came in the same month that two U.S. ships were denied permission to dock in Hong Kong, according to the United States.
Trump Says ‘Hong Kong Is Not Helping’ in Trade War With China
President Trump made his most extensive comments yet on Hong Kong’s protest movement, and suggested that its fate be tied to a trade deal.
Hong Kong Protesters Defy Beijing Warnings, as Police Fire Tear Gas
A day of protest began with a “family friendly” rally but ended with fires on a busy shopping street, tear gas and a tunnel under the harbor blocked.
China Warns Hong Kong Protesters Not to ‘Take Restraint for Weakness’
At a Beijing news conference, an official said China would “never allow any violent attempt to push Hong Kong into a dangerous situation.”
China Backs Hong Kong Officials, but Leaves Protests for Them to Solve
Officials in Beijing defended the Hong Kong government but failed to address demonstrators’ demands for more police accountability and greater democracy.