Jimmy Lai supporters queue outside Hong Kong court ahead of verdict
Summary
Supporters of Hong Kong activist and media entrepreneur Jimmy Lai gathered outside a Hong Kong court ahead of the verdict in his trial. Lai, who founded the Apple Daily newspaper, was arrested under a national security law and has been in jail for five years. Countries like the U.S. and U.K. have called for his release, while Chinese authorities claim he is receiving a fair trial.Key Facts
- Jimmy Lai is a prominent democracy supporter and media businessman in Hong Kong.
- His trial verdict is expected from a three-judge panel on Monday at 10 am local time.
- Supporters lined up overnight outside the court, with 507 tickets available for courtroom access.
- Lai was arrested in 2020 under Hong Kong's national security law.
- He has been in prison for five years and is reportedly in poor health.
- International entities, including the U.S. and the U.K., say the trial is politically motivated.
- China labels Lai as working for foreign anti-China forces.
- Lai founded the Apple Daily newspaper, which is now closed.
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