Hong Kongers Protest Over China Extradition Law

Authorities remain on high alert near Legislative Council Complex in Hong Kong on June 13, 2019 a day after a violent demonstration against a controversial extradition law proposal in Hong Kong. - Hong Kong was facing growing international pressure over a controversial extradition bill that has prompted violent street protests. Police used rubber bullets and tear gas to break up crowds on June 12, after demonstrators -- angry over legislation they say would leave people vulnerable to China's politicised justice system -- blocked roads and brought the city to a standstill.