This archive report was first published on 16 September 2019.
On June 9, over a million people marched in Hong Kong's biggest demonstration since 1997 to protest a draft government bill allowing extradition to mainland China.
Violence broke out when pockets of protesters clashed with police, marking the beginning of 100 days of protests.
On July 1, the anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China, hundreds of protesters stormed the parliament building, ransacking it.
Despite Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam suspending work on the extradition bill on June 15, protesters continued to demand its full withdrawal.
On August 5, a strike brought the city to a standstill, with police confronting protesters for a third night.
On August 12, Hong Kong's airport was invaded by thousands of black-clad protesters, leading to flight cancellations.
On September 4, Lam announced the extradition bill's withdrawal, but the move was dismissed by activists demanding greater democratic freedoms and police accountability.
