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October 12, 2014

Hong Kong leader says protests have 'almost zero chance'
Hong Kong (AFP) Oct 12, 2014
Hong Kong's pro-democracy protesters have an "almost zero chance" of changing Beijing's stance and securing free elections despite more than two weeks of rallies, the city's embattled leader Leung Chun-ying said Sunday. Demonstrators calling for Beijing to grant full democracy to the former British colony have paralysed parts of Hong Kong, prompting clashes with elements who oppose the blockades and widespread disruption. Despite repeated orders to disperse, the rallies have taken on an air of p ... read more

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