China trial of 'Hong Kong 12' begins as U.S. decries 'tyranny'
Chinese officials, who have described the group as separatists, said two would have a separate hearing as they are minors. Andy Li, one of the detainees, is facing charges related to a national security law Beijing imposed on Hong Kong in June for which some offences carry a sentence of up to life in jail. The charges of illegal border crossing and organizing an illicit border crossing carry a sentence of up to seven years in jail, mainland authorities said. A Reuters reporter was not allowed into the court, nor were diplomats. A concern group supporting the families of those detained said no...
Source: japantimes.co.jp