The head of Hong Kong condemned the invasion of protesters in parliament

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Carrie Lam says Hong Kong “protesters” “extreme violence and vandalism” and hopes “possible

However, she noted that the “Extradition Bill” may lose its force in July 2020, when the term of office of the current Legislative Council expires.

Earlier, a crowd of protesters broke into the legislative chamber of Hong Kong after many hours of protest near the building. The rioters smashed the glass elements of the building and began to tear off the metal trim elements.

The British Foreign Ministry supported the right of Hong Kong residents to protest, and the European Union called on protesters to show restraint.

The unrest is taking place against the backdrop of demands not to adopt amendments to the law on extradition, which will allow the transfer of criminals and suspects to the mainland of China in the event of a request.