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Authorities Ban Annual July 1 Protest in Hong Kong, Democracy Front Calls For Solidarity

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Authorities Ban Annual July 1 Protest in Hong Kong, Democracy Front Calls For Solidarity

This year marks the first time that the police issued a “letter of objection” for a march that was traditionally slated to happen on every July 1.

Figo Chan, convenor of Civil Human Rights Front, said this afternoon that he initiated the march on 1st July on his own accord, together with Eddie Chu Hoi-dick, a legislation council member, Wu Chi-wai, a lawmaker and the current chairman of Democratic Party and other pro-democracy camp lawmakers. He said that he understood that it is tough to withdraw the national security law, but Hongkongers have to make their cries for freedom heard.

"Don’t think what others can do for you. Think about what you should work hard for yourself," said Chan, in a bid to rally the support of Hongkongers for the upcoming march.

Chan also mentioned that the objective of the march remains consistent to the aims of Civil Human Rights Front, to “Protest against the national security law, and reiterate the five demands.”.

The assembly point and starting time of the march remains unchanged. The route is from East Point Road in Causeway Bay to Chater Road in Central. He said that this march will involve people from a wide spectrum in solidarity.

He emphasized that the number of people present for this march is important. He urged people to come out together and make it known to the government, “not to accuse anyone innocently. Not to disqualify anyone from the Pro-democracy camp from joining election.”

He explained that he did not have any prior discussions with Civil Human Rights Front about this march, and that the League of Social Democrats respected Chan's decision.

Chan said he had been accused of 3 or 4 times. He understands that being arrested this time round again runs a very high risk for him, but he still wants to encourage Hongkongers to not be silenced by fear, and to not give up.

Source: Immedia

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#PoliceState #WhiteTerror
"Hong Kong is Safe, but Victoria Park is Dangerous": Civilians Can't Do Sport in Park after Police Shutdown

After June 4, 2021, Hong Kong Police shut down Victoria Park again on July 1, the second time this year.

Mr. Tang and Mr. Chan had been playing basketball since 10am on the public holiday. They had planned to play until the afternoon, but their game was cut short by the police.

Tang said it ruined his day; not only could he not attend the now-banned annual July 1 march, he couldn't even play basketball. "I never thought they're [the authorities] really this scared."

"Victoria Park must have a bomb; it's a place of traitors!" Chan chimed in, "Hong Kong is very safe; Victoria Park is very dangerous!"

When asked if he thought closing the park was reasonable, he answered: "Under #NationalSecurityLaw, every ****ing thing is reasonable!"

"Without that law, Hong Kong would have turned into Iraq!" he added mockingly.

Mr. Wong from nearby North Point had been taking his usual walk in the park, and was caught off guard when the police suddenly cleared out citizens. In his eyes, he said, Hongkongers had always been "very peaceful, very rational", and the authorities needed not to be on guard like this. "They should let us relax; they don't need to be so nervous, especially on a holiday like this."

He lamented that the scenes of stunning crowds in past years can no longer be seen at the park: "It's gone for good." He said the National Security Law had strangled the citizen's voice overnight, taking away opportunities to speak up such as the rituals of the annual July 1 march. "It's a pity. It's a pity."

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Civilian Suspected of Wounding a Policeman Deceased

On July 1, 2021, a massive number of police was stationed across Hong Kong, cordoning off different areas including Victoria Park and intercepting civilians. According to authorities, 10,000 officers were deployed.

At around 10pm, outside of Sogo Department Store in Causeway Bay, a uniform policeman fell on the ground, reportedly due to an injury by knife. The police subdued several nearby civilians on the ground. A man suspected of wounding the policeman was sent to the hospital. At 11:20pm, the 50-year-old civilian was certified dead.

According to sources, the man stabbed himself in the heart after wounding the policeman. The injured officer was conscious when being sent to the Queen Mary Hospital. The civilian on the other hand was in a critical state when sent to Ruttonjee Hospital.

It was reported thst the police had pulled out their guns, but did not shoot.

At around mid-night, tens of police officers were still checking passersby on site and demanded journalists to hand over their recordings.

Whereas the government immediately released statement condemning the act on the internet, there were netizens calling for everyone to wear black on July 2 in commemoration of the civilian who has passed away.

Source: Stand News; InMedia #July1
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#Propaganda #MainMelody
"Perfect Harmony": A July 1 without #AppleDaily and Annual Pro-democracy March

July 1, 2021 marks the 24th year since Hong Kong was handed over to China, and is also the 100th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party (#CCP). It is also the first July 1 after the outspoken #AppleDaily was shut down and the annual pro-democracy march has been banned by the police.

The headlines of the remaining printed newspapers in the city sing praises in "perfect harmony" for the CCP and the HKSAR.

A full-page ad adorned the front page of Ming Pao, Economic Journal, Oriental Daily, Sing Tao Daily, Hong Kong Economic Times, South China Morning Post, all wishing the SAR and the Party a happy birthday.

#July1Protest #Newspaper #MediaLandscape

Source: Stand News #July1
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Police Accuse Commemorating Civilians of "Inciting Onlookers"

Since the morning of July 2, 2021, police has been stopping citizens from commemorating the man who died yesterday by reportedly stabbing himself after knifing a policeman.

At 3pm, Mr Wu was intercepted by the police while laying down flowers. Mr Wu said to the policeman, "do you want me to pay HKD1,500 [the penalty of violating the gathering ban]? It's fine with me!"

The police warned Mr Wu of committing "misconduct in public space" or "inciting the onlookers" and that Mr Wu would be fined for "littering".

Mr Wu insisted it was his right to pay tribute to the dead. The police then asked for his relationship with the man.

Mr Wu said, "Being fined is not an issue. Paying tribute is all I want to do."

Source: InMedia #July1

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Police disrespectfully take away flowers for Deceased Civilian from the altar

On July 2, 2021, citizens initiated mourning activity since the morning into the evening.

Hongkongers from different districts travelled to Causeway Bay to lay flowers and pay tribute to Mr. #LeungKinFai, who passed away by stabbing himself after injuring a policeman a day before.

Amidst heavy police presence, a small flower altar was sighted outside Sogo Department Store, where the incident took place.

However, just momentarily, two police officers walked to the altar and removed all the white flowers laid on the ground to mourn the deceased. It was around 21:45 in the evening.

Source: First Hand #July2

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#NeverGiveUp #NeverForget
Pro-democracy #Hongkongers Make 2-Person March to GovHQ, Hoping to Fulfill "Under the Pot" Promise One Day

The HK Police has issued an notice against a march request from LSD and three other civic groups. As such, Ms. Hong and Ms. Wong started by themselves today at 2pm to march from Victoria Park, following the route from previous years. At around 5pm, they had arrived outside of Government HQ.

Ms. Hong pointed out that she had participated in the July 1st march for many years. "If they don't let us walk, then I'll walk myself. I think this is not a issue." Ms. Wong said, a note of resentment in her voice. "There's a lot I want to hold on to, so I'll do what I can ".

Out of the many times she's been to GHQ, Ms. Hong said, the most profound time was on June 12 two years ago, when she had tasted tear gas for the first time in her life here. Seeing that all these places from the past are now behind giant barriers, Ms. Hong can only sigh. Comparing today's two-person march to the million marching in the streets in the past, Ms. Wong lamented, "I would be lying to you if I don't feel down, but I'm trying to keep myself from collapsing." Ms. Hong also pointed out that Hongkongers need rest, but hoped that we understand that "resting is preparing for a longer road ahead."

Ms. Hong said that if there is an opportunity to march, her short term demands would be unfreezing Apple Daily's assets, and releasing all political prisoners. Long term demands would be for authentic, fair elections. She also had a message for Hongkongers: to "see hope in the far off future" and for officials to "not serve the authority, but Hongkongers."

Although the "under the pot" area in LegCo has now been cordoned off, the two of them went as close as possible and took photos with their stuffed animal companions, laughing bitterly, "Hopefully one day, we can all fulfill our promise to meet 'under the pot'."

#July1Protest #HongkongProtest #Faith

Source: In-Media HK #July1
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#PublicSentiment
HK Man Can't Stand "Police Harbouring Criminals" Knifes Officer and Kills Himself

#LeungKinFai is the man who passed away on July 1, 2021. It was reported that he knifed a policeman before stabbing himself on the right chest. He died at around 23:20.

According to sources, he was a merchandizing manager in a big firm Vitasoy and lived with his parents. He has no record of mental history nor debt.

According to the police, he left behind a usb stick which contains documents regarding his funeral preparation, handover of job responsibilities, and the arrangement of his assets.

Other files documented his discontent towards the Hong Kong Police Force. These include the police harbouring the criminals.

Source: Stand News #July2

https://thestandnews.page.link/6iUMZfQH8rCsaMuD8

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