Hong Kong Protests Continue On Anniversary Of 'Umbrella' Movement

The transcript discusses the 17th week of protests in Hong Kong, marking the 5th anniversary of the Umbrella Movement. Tens of thousands gathered to demand full democracy, opposing Beijing's influence. The protests, initially peaceful, turned violent, with clashes between protesters and police. Protesters demanded an independent investigation into police brutality, but Hong Kong's leader, Carrie Lam, resisted. The city braces for more protests on the 70th anniversary of the People's Republic of China, despite a police ban.

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