Hong Kong's leader Carrie Lam rules out concessions to 'silence the violent protesters,' as pro-democracy protests continue in the city
Lam has refused to cave in to the demands, which include a call for the direct election of the city's chief executive, currently chosen by Beijing.
The weeks of demonstrations pose the biggest threat to Beijing's authority since Hong Kong's handover from Britain in 1997 and mainland authorities have been infuriated. "No rioters, only tyranny," the demonstrators chanted, with some holding signs reading, "Save Hong Kong from tyranny and police brutality!" read one sign.
Some passengers arriving at the airport stopped to take photos or look at leaflets being handed out by the demonstrators. Others offered protesters a thumbs-up."Our democracy is not absolute, we have to fight for it," she said. "To see the population fight for democracy is very important."
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