Hong Kong Siege Continues as Students Evacuated From University

The transcript discusses the ongoing protests at Poly U in Hong Kong, where several hundred protesters remain despite violent clashes with police. Carrie Lamb, in her press briefing, expressed a desire for a peaceful resolution, though this seems unlikely. The Hong Kong High Court ruled the mask ban unconstitutional, but state media challenged this decision. The protests have led to school closures and transportation disruptions.

How have the authorities responded to the ongoing protests?

What are some of the consequences of the protests mentioned in the text?