China rips countries' intrusion in HK trial

The Foreign Ministry on Wednesday strongly rejected other countries' interference in China's internal affairs regarding the national security case of Jimmy Lai Chee-ying, and insisted that no one should engage in illegal activities under the guise of "freedom".

After nearly four months' adjournment, Lai's trial resumed on Wednesday, during which he testified for the first time in the landmark case. The trial is expected to last for about a month.

The former media tycoon is facing two charges of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces to endanger national security, marking the first time that the city is prosecuting someone on such a charge. He is also charged with conspiracy to print and distribute seditious publications.