A pro-police rally outside the government headquarters in Tamar attracts thousands of people. Photo: K.Y. Cheng
Hong Kong police supporters turn out in force to counter extradition bill protests, but clash with rivals and assault journalists
- Organisers say 165,000 join counter protest – police put number at 53,000
- Multiple confrontations reported, as well as abuse and harassment of journalists
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Hong Kong extradition law
A pro-police rally outside the government headquarters in Tamar attracts thousands of people. Photo: K.Y. Cheng
Water-filled barricades block roads leading to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Photo: Martin Chan
Hong Kong begins unprecedented lockdown to head off protests at events marking return of city to China
- Force preparing for possibility of clashes with extradition bill protesters on July 1
- Security tightened at several sites including Golden Bauhinia Square, and the Convention and Exhibition Centre
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Hong Kong extradition law
Water-filled barricades block roads leading to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Photo: Martin Chan