Hong Kong is currently experiencing a sharp decrease in population due to the effects of the coronavirus. Meanwhile, thousands of hamsters in the city are 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 to be afraid. The exact number of casualties from the incident remains unknown, with estimates ranging from a few hundred to thousands.
The events of June 4th, 1989, remain a taboo subject in China. The Chinese communist government has made efforts to suppress the memory of the incident and downplay its significance. The protests began after military rule was declared on May 20th, prompting widespread demonstrations in the streets.
When the decision was made to forcibly remove protesters from the square, 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.