Beijing Lashes Out at Hong Kong Protesters

Protesters hold a banner with the words “No Rioters, Only Tyranny” at the Legislative Council to protest against the extradition bill in Hong Kong on July 1, 2019. Billy H.C. Kwok/Getty Images

The Chinese regime used harsh language to criticize Hong Kong protesters who broke into the Legislative Council (LegCo) building on July 1 as anger over a controversial extradition bill intensified.

Analysts say the incensed response from Beijing indicated that it was fearful of how such protests could jeopardize its rule.