Hong Kong protests

[Anonymous]

No doubt. But the rioters are making it easier for them to intervene every day.

Peking doesn't care if they are rioting or not..



They see them as a threat to their dynastic rule..



If the same protests reached the mainland, it would be a big threat to the CCP.

Where is that crazy Shen Li? Why isn't she here taking China's side and blaming the protesters.

She's not crazy, she's a colourful personality..



I would imagine she'll be back soon.

[Anonymous]

But what are they protesting about?



Nobody seems to know any more.



They seem to be rioting for its own sake and that can only lead to one conclusion.

The protests are organised by the Civil Human Rights Front and they started over the extradition bill, but now includes other issues, like the election of the Chief Executive.

[Vancouver]

This never ends. Both Hong Kong and China are destroying themselves. Hong kong is part of China and that's that. The middle class and wealthy Hong kong people can find new life in Canada and Australia. We welcome with open arms.



This whole thing will probably end when the cold weather hits. By that time protesters will just look like idiots pointlessly standing on the streets instead of being at home with family for Thanksgiving. I know there are many stubborn Christians in Hong Kong.

[Anonymous]

This never ends. Both Hong Kong and China are destroying themselves. Hong kong is part of China and that's that. The middle class and wealthy Hong kong people can find new life in Canada and Australia. We welcome with open arms.



This whole thing will probably end when the cold weather hits. By that time protesters will just look like idiots pointlessly standing on the streets instead of being at home with family for Thanksgiving. I know there are many stubborn Christians in Hong Kong.

Just like Calgary.

 

[Anonymous]

Yesterday police pulled guns and fired warning shots after some protesters used sticks and rods to try and attack police..



If protesters use violence, they will quickly lose support in the West..



They have to learn to control violent radicals within the movement..



The protests are now about demands for free elections in HK and an investigation into police violence.

[Vancouver]

[Anonymous]

[Anonymous]

[Vancouver]

[Anonymous]

[Anonymous]

Hong Kong on fire

Protesters, cops in running battles



HONG KONG — Protesters hurled firebombs and set blazes Saturday across Hong Kong as they defied warnings to stay off the streets on a key pro-democracy anniversary — touching off some of the most dramatic clashes during 13 weeks of unrest over Beijing's influence on the territory.



Demonstrators were pursued through the city, chased by riot police using the full arsenal of their tools: volleys of teargas, pepper spray, rubber bullets and huge numbers of officers wielding batons.



Water cannons sprayed streams tinted with blue dye in an apparent effort to mark protesters.



Protesters in turn set piles of rubbish and debris on fire, hoping to block advancing police.



Some protesters were armed with metal poles and hammers, and carried makeshift shields for protection.



At night, clashes moved from central Hong Kong to Kowloon, prompting the closure of five of the main subway lines.



Videos shared on social media and messaging apps showed commuters crying and hugging each other, as pools of blood and debris littered the ground after a clearance operation by riot police.



The protesters were marking an especially significant day in Hong Kong's political history: Five years ago, Beijing announced a plan for limited democracy in the semi-autonomous territory, kicking off a 79-day occupation of city streets that invigorated a new generation of Hong Kong activists.



The intensity of Saturday's scenes underscored how neither protesters nor Hong Kong authorities are holding back — pushing the city even further from a resolution to the months-long crisis.



A Hong Kong government statement Saturday appeared to quash among the most fundamental of protester demands: that of direct elections for Hong Kong's leader and lawmakers.



A government spokesperson said that while universal suffrage is an "ultimate aim ... rashly embarking on political reform again will further polarize society, which is an irresponsible act."

[Anonymous]

Hong Kong on fire

Protesters, cops in running battles



HONG KONG — Protesters hurled firebombs and set blazes Saturday across Hong Kong as they defied warnings to stay off the streets on a key pro-democracy anniversary — touching off some of the most dramatic clashes during 13 weeks of unrest over Beijing's influence on the territory.



Demonstrators were pursued through the city, chased by riot police using the full arsenal of their tools: volleys of teargas, pepper spray, rubber bullets and huge numbers of officers wielding batons.



Water cannons sprayed streams tinted with blue dye in an apparent effort to mark protesters.



Protesters in turn set piles of rubbish and debris on fire, hoping to block advancing police.



Some protesters were armed with metal poles and hammers, and carried makeshift shields for protection.



At night, clashes moved from central Hong Kong to Kowloon, prompting the closure of five of the main subway lines.



Videos shared on social media and messaging apps showed commuters crying and hugging each other, as pools of blood and debris littered the ground after a clearance operation by riot police.



The protesters were marking an especially significant day in Hong Kong's political history: Five years ago, Beijing announced a plan for limited democracy in the semi-autonomous territory, kicking off a 79-day occupation of city streets that invigorated a new generation of Hong Kong activists.



The intensity of Saturday's scenes underscored how neither protesters nor Hong Kong authorities are holding back — pushing the city even further from a resolution to the months-long crisis.



A Hong Kong government statement Saturday appeared to quash among the most fundamental of protester demands: that of direct elections for Hong Kong's leader and lawmakers.



A government spokesperson said that while universal suffrage is an "ultimate aim ... rashly embarking on political reform again will further polarize society, which is an irresponsible act."

Oh my, these protests are really getting out of hand.

[Anonymous]

I saw an interview with a protester who claimed the clashes were pro China. The rationale is to give Beijing an excuse to intervene to restore law and order.

[Anonymous]

I saw an interview with a protester who claimed the clashes were pro China. The rationale is to give Beijing an excuse to intervene to restore law and order.

Yeah, I'm sure some of them will make ridiculous claims like that one. These protests are affecting the stability of HK and now they have become violent. How long will it be before somebody is killed.

[Anonymous]

I saw an interview with a protester who claimed the clashes were pro China. The rationale is to give Beijing an excuse to intervene to restore law and order.

Yeah, I'm sure some of them will make ridiculous claims like that one. These protests are affecting the stability of HK and now they have become violent. How long will it be before somebody is killed.

Even supporters may turn against the protesters.