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Added on the 01/01/2020 08:30:13 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
Thousands of protesters block main arteries in central Hong Kong in a show of strength against the government over a divisive plan to allow extraditions to China. IMAGES
Thousands of pro-democracy protesters gather in Central district Hong Kong for a rally themed "2020 Karma to Commies Universal Siege on Communists". Hong Kong's protests were sparked by a now abandoned plan to allow criminal extradition to the mainland, where the opaque court system is beholden to the communist party. It has since morphed into a wider anti-government movement. IMAGES
Tens of thousands of pro-democracy protesters throng the streets of Hong Kong for a massive rally on New Year's Day. IMAGES
People sporting various Pepe the Frog masks get ready to take part in a huge pro-democracy march in Hong Kong. The city has been battered by more than six months of unrest with millions marching, as well as confrontations in which police have fired tear gas and rubber bullets, while protesters have responded with petrol bombs. IMAGES
Hong Kong police fire tear gas a few minutes into 2020 as pro-democracy protesters take their movement into the New Year with midnight countdown rallies and a massive march planned for January 1. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.