Hong Kong

Authorities struggle to quash demands for universal suffrage after six months of violent pro-democracy protests

fter the US Congress approved legislation supporting the pro-democracy protesters

China expresses anger, warns of "strong countermeasures" if the bill becomes law

Some protesters have surrendered while others were held during escape attempts

China summons top US diplomat, warns of 'strong' countermeasures against US if legislation signed into law

GDP contracted for second consecutive quarter, meeting technical definition of recession

Protesters also barricaded roads, disrupted transport links

Students were shuttled away by boat because they were unable to leave via obstructed roads

Since June, protesters have thrown petrol bombs and vandalised banks, stores, metro stations

Says the attack was not only a serious criminal act but also pure election violence