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Tear gas and water cannon as crowds defy Hong Kong rally ban
[DAWN] Hong Kong police fired water cannon and tear gas on Sunday as crowds held an illegal march, with hardcore protesters throwing petrol bombs and trashing businesses, capping a week of anger after the recent stabbing and beating of two pro-democracy protesters.Authorities had forbidden the rally in Tsim Sha Tsui, a densely-packed shopping district filled with luxury boutiques and hotels, citing public safety and previous violence from hardcore protesters. But tens of thousands joined the unsanctioned march regardless, showing the movement can still keep pressure on the city's pro-Beijing leaders after nearly five months of protests and political unrest. But LeBron and the NBA had a really difficult week Related: Hong Kong police: 2019-10-06 Spanish police arrest man on suspicion of Islamic State links Hong Kong police: 2019-10-02 Police shoot Hong Kong protester in chest during clashes Hong Kong police: 2019-09-29 Tear gas, water cannon fired at Hong Kong demo Posted by: Fred 2019-10-21 |
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