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Joshua Wong jailed 10 years
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong has been sentenced to 10 years in prison on national security charges, per Reuters. The ruling follows his conviction for leading pro-democracy protests that challenged Beijing's authority.
International condemnation followed the verdict, with the UK and US denouncing the sentence as 'cruel,' as reported by The Guardian. Wong's imprisonment underscores growing tensions between Hong Kong's autonomy and Chinese state control.
The sentencing comes amid global scrutiny over Hong Kong's political climate, with international observers noting a significant erosion of civil liberties. This development has raised concerns among human rights organizations worldwide.
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