The events of June 4th, 1989, continue to be a taboo subject in China. Meanwhile, the coronavirus has led to a sharp decrease in population in Hong Kong, with thousands of hamsters facing destruction as a precaution against potential infection.
According to reports from the Associated Press, an artist and two others were recently arrested and subsequently released. The artist, Chen, urged people to remember the events of June 4th and not be afraid. The exact number of casualties from the incident remains unknown, with estimates ranging from a few hundred to thousands.
When the decision was made to forcibly remove protesters from the square on May 20th, clashes between residents and soldiers resulted in injuries and deaths. Medical teams and ambulances attempting to treat the wounded were also targeted by Chinese soldiers. The suppression of the protests caused outrage within the army, leading to quick trials for officers who refused to use force against demonstrators.
As a result of these events, many people are now questioning whether China’s authoritarian government is capable of handling such situations effectively or if it is time for change. Despite these challenges, however, there are those who continue to fight for democracy and human rights in Hong Kong.
