Jimmy Lai's Landmark Trial: Hong Kong's Pro-Democracy Media Tycoon Faces Beijing's Crackdown

Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai has appeared in court for a landmark trial, facing charges related to his involvement in pro-democracy protests. Lai, who is known for his critical stance against the Chinese government, is accused of participating in unauthorized assemblies and inciting others to do so. The trial is seen as a test of Hong Kong's judicial independence and the extent to which Beijing's national security law will be enforced in the city.