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flag Hong Kong convicted Jimmy Lai of collusion and sedition under national security law; UK condemns trial as political, demands his release.

flag Hong Kong’s High Court convicted Jimmy Lai, a 78-year-old British national and former Apple Daily founder, on charges of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces and sedition under China’s national security law, drawing condemnation from the UK government and international observers. flag Lai, held in solitary confinement since 2020, pleaded not guilty, with UK officials calling the trial politically motivated and a threat to press freedom. flag The UK has urged his release, access to medical care, and repeal of the national security law, while Lai’s son and lawmakers demand stronger action, warning that diplomatic engagement with China must not compromise human rights or British citizens’ rights. flag China maintains the verdict reflects due process and rejects foreign interference.

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