Jimmy Lai convicted on conspiracy charges in Hong Kong court

The High Court of Hong Kong convicted pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai on three charges related to undermining China’s national security, potentially facing life in prison. Lai was found guilty of conspiring with foreign forces and publishing seditious material, despite pleading not guilty. The case tests Hong Kong’s autonomy under China’s rule, with activists criticizing the verdict as an attack on press freedom. Lai remains in custody and faces a pre-sentencing hearing in January.

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