HONG KONG: China’s army in Hong Kong has released a three-minute video showing troops conducting “anti-riot” exercises, in what is seen as a thinly-veiled warning to pro-democracy protesters.
The video, posted on social media, begins with a soldier shouting: “All consequences are at your own risk.”
Tensions are high in Hong Kong following weeks of anti-government protests.
On Wednesday, more than 40 activists appeared in court charged with rioting, after Sunday’s protest turned violent.
Hong Kong, a former British colony, is part of China but enjoys unique freedoms not seen on the mainland.
(Agencies)
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